The Sri Ganganagar education department has directed government and private schools not to force students to dress as Santa Claus on Christmas. The move aims to respect cultural sensitivities and prevent pressure on children, with action promised against violators.
Axis Bank has triggered outrage after its Diwali ad campaign showed Santa Claus gatecrashing Navratri Garba, with netizens accusing the brand of “Christianising” Hindu festivals.