After Bharati Kisan Union, Punjab Women Commission (PWC) has sought a report from the Bureau of Investigation (BoI) on a new song of Punjabi singer Jazzy B that reportedly contains derogatory language against women.
The commission wrote to BoI last week following complaints regarding the use of such language against women in the song ‘Madak Sakeena Di’. The panel, which issued the order under the relevant sections of the Punjab State Commission for Women Act, 2001, has asked the BoI to submit its report within a week.
PWC chairperson Raj Lali Gill said that the commission asked bureau for an investigation. “The commission will issue a notice to the singer also. I have received phone calls and emails from several women regarding this,” she said.
Titled “Madak Shakina Di,” penned by lyricist Jeet Kadonwala, has ignited controversy owing to its reported use of offensive language targeting women, depicting them derogatorily akin to sheep.
Responding promptly, the Punjab State Women’s Commission has taken proactive steps to confront the issue, citing the song’s extensive circulation on social media platforms. Both Jazzy B and lyricist Jeet Kadonwala have been summoned to elucidate on the objectionable content and provide requisite clarifications within the designated period.
