Salman Khan’s Apology Request: Bishnoi Community’s Rules

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

1. The Bishnoi community has strict 29 rules for seeking forgiveness.
2. Salman Khan has been urged to apologize to the Bishnois but has not done so yet.
3. The community will decide whether to accept the apology if made.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

Bishnoi Community’s Code of Conduct for Apology and Repentance
The Bishnoi community follows a strict code for seeking forgiveness, as laid down by Guru Jambheshwar in the 16th century. Known as the 29 Niyamas (rules), these guidelines must be followed by anyone seeking an apology from the Bishnois. These rules apply not only to members of the community but also to outsiders like Bollywood actor Salman Khan.

In 1998, during the filming of “Hum Saath Saath Hain” in Rajasthan, Salman Khan was accused of killing two blackbucks, animals revered by the Bishnoi community. This incident caused widespread outrage. The Bishnois believe that Khan committed a crime and should apologize, but the apology must follow their strict code.

Hanuman Ram Bishnoi, the secretary of the All India Bishnoi Samaj, stated, “If a person commits a crime, they must feel remorse, which should lead to atonement.” To seek forgiveness, one must visit Mukti Dham Mukam in Bikaner, Rajasthan, where Guru Jambheshwar’s final resting place is located. At Mukam, the individual must apologize to the community.

Devendra Bishnoi, the president of the Bishnoi Samaj, echoed similar sentiments, stating, “If Salman offers an apology, we will present it before the community.” The community, with over 7 million members, will then decide whether to accept or reject the apology.

However, the legal complications surrounding the case make the apology tricky. Salman Khan has pleaded not guilty to the blackbuck poaching case, and offering an apology might contradict his legal defense. The case is currently pending in the Rajasthan High Court after Khan’s 2018 conviction.

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