Diljit Dosanjh Responds to Backlash Over 'Panjab' Tweet and Tricolour Omission

The Punjabi singer criticized accusations of disloyalty after using 'Panjab' spelling and omitting the Indian flag emoji in a tweet, calling the claims baseless.

• Diljit Dosanjh addressed criticism for spelling Punjab as 'Panjab' in a tweet, a spelling some associate with Pakistan's usage of the term.
• The singer also faced backlash for omitting the Indian tricolour emoji in a post about his Chandigarh concert, which some interpreted as a lack of patriotism.
• In his response, Dosanjh clarified that missing the flag emoji was unintentional and defended his choice of spelling, highlighting its historical and linguistic roots meaning 'Five Rivers.'
• He criticized those spreading conspiracy theories, emphasizing his love for India and vowing to write 'Punjab' in Punjabi script moving forward.
• The controversy arose during Dosanjh's Dil-Luminati India Tour, which has faced multiple issues, including restrictions on certain lyrics and claims of black-market ticket sales.

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