The controversy surrounding singer Daler Mehndi and Uttarakhand Cabinet Minister Subodh Uniyal appears to be nearing a resolution. Uniyal has reportedly apologised to the veteran singer over a telephone call following the incident at a Navratri fair that sparked criticism from members of the entertainment industry. Mika Singh’s team confirmed the development in an official statement. It welcomed the apology and stressed that artists deserve dignity and respect, regardless of the circumstances surrounding a performance.
Mika Singh’s Team Welcomes Subodh Uniyal’s Apology
My heartfelt thanks to the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Shri @pushkardhami ji, for your kind words and for taking the time to speak with me and my brother. 🙏❤️
Dhami ji, your humility and warmth truly touched our hearts. We are very happy and grateful to have spoken with you.
I am also thankful that you assured us that Daler Bhai will be invited to Uttarakhand again and given the love, respect, and samman he deserves.
Daler Bhai also called me personally and requested that I put this matter to rest. I respect his wishes and want to move forward positively.
Thank you, Dhami ji, for listening to us, supporting Daler Bhai, and helping bring this matter towards a positive resolution.
Artists deserve respect, and Uttarakhand deserves love. Let’s move forward with dignity, mutual respect, and positivity. ❤️🙏
#PushkarSinghDhami #DalerMehndi #Uttarakhand #RespectForArtists
— King Mika Singh (@MikaSingh) October 23, 2026
Reacting to the development, Mika Singh’s team expressed hope that the disagreement could now be put behind them. The statement read, “We appreciate that Subodh Uniyal ji has apologised to Daler Mehndi paaji over a telephonic conversation regarding the unfortunate incident. Respecting artists and their dignity is extremely important. Daler paaji is a senior artist who has contributed immensely to the music industry, and every artist deserves to be treated with respect. We hope this matter can now be put behind us and everyone can move forward with mutual respect and understanding.”
The statement signals a step towards resolving the dispute, which drew attention after a video of the confrontation at the event circulated online.
What Happened Between Daler Mehndi And Subodh Uniyal?
At the Kunjapuri Mela in Narendranagar, Cabinet Minister Subodh Uniyal stopped Daler Mehndi’s live show midway, accusing him on stage of performing after drinking and saying he couldn’t even speak properly. Daler Mehndi hasn’t responded, and the allegation hasn’t been independently confirmed.
But the point stands. Kunjapuri is a Navratri mela at one of Garhwal’s most revered Shakti peeths. Organisers spend lakhs to bring big names, and families travel for hours to watch them.
The least they deserve is a singer who turns up prepared, sober and ready to give his best. The bigger the star, the bigger the responsibility.— Kumaon Jagran (@KumaonJagran) October 19, 2026
The controversy began at the Siddhpeeth Maa Kunjapuri Tourism and Development Fair in New Tehri, Uttarakhand, where Daler Mehndi had been invited to perform during Navratri. During the performance, Uniyal interrupted the singer from the stage and questioned his conduct in front of the audience. The minister alleged that Mehndi was intoxicated, was not performing properly and was lip-syncing at a religious event.
The confrontation triggered criticism from sections of the entertainment industry, with several people raising concerns about the public treatment of a senior musician. The incident also prompted discussions about how artists should be treated when concerns arise during live performances. The allegations made during the confrontation should not be treated as independently established facts.
Pushkar Singh Dhami Intervened To Ease Tensions
प्रसिद्ध गायक श्री @dalermehndi जी से फोन पर वार्ता कर उनका कुशलक्षेम जाना। इस दौरान विगत दिनों हुए घटनाक्रम के संबंध में भी चर्चा हुई।
देवभूमि उत्तराखण्ड ‘अतिथि देवो भवः’ की समृद्ध परंपरा का संवाहक है। हमारी लोकसंस्कृति, आत्मीय आतिथ्य और सौहार्द की भावना ही देवभूमि की विशिष्ट पहचान है। यहां कला, संस्कृति और कलाकारों का सदैव स्वागत एवं सम्मान किया जाता रहा है।
हमारा प्रयास है कि इस घटनाक्रम को पीछे छोड़कर आपसी संवाद, सौहार्द और सकारात्मकता की भावना के साथ आगे बढ़ा जाए।
— Pushkar Singh Dhami (@pushkardhami) October 23, 2026
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami reportedly stepped in as the disagreement escalated. Before Uniyal’s direct apology to Mehndi, Mika Singh had spoken about his interaction with the Chief Minister and appreciated his approach. Mika described Dhami as humble and approachable, saying the Chief Minister had communicated with him warmly and respectfully. Dhami had also reportedly expressed regret over the incident on behalf of the cabinet minister.
However, Mika clarified that he did not hold the Chief Minister responsible for what had happened. He reportedly told Dhami that there was no need for him to apologise personally because he had not been involved in the confrontation. Mika maintained that the minister who had interrupted the performance needed to address the matter directly with Daler Mehndi. The Chief Minister also reportedly invited Mika Singh and Daler Mehndi to visit Uttarakhand and perform in the state again, suggesting an effort to restore relations with the music fraternity.
Daler Mehndi Controversy Appears To Be Settled
With Subodh Uniyal reportedly apologising to Daler Mehndi over the phone, the dispute appears to have taken a step towards resolution. Mika Singh’s team has welcomed the gesture and expressed hope that everyone can move forward with mutual respect and understanding.
The episode has also highlighted the importance of handling disagreements with artists carefully, particularly when concerns arise during public performances. While the controversy began with a confrontation on stage, the reported apology offers an opportunity for both sides to move beyond the incident.
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