Hyderabad, March 24 -- Good intentions gone awry. A well meaning effort to promote inclusivity has slipped into act of tokenism. That's the case with 'Iftar parties,' especially those hosted by politicians these days.

Iftar time during Ramzan is a deeply spiritual and communal occasion meant to foster a sense of gratitude, humility, and togetherness. It is an act of devotion, a moment of reflection, and an opportunity to strengthen social bonds. However, in recent years, this noble tradition has been hijacked by political figures that turn it into an exercise in optics rather than a meaningful gesture of inclusivity and goodwill. The sanctity of Iftar is being diluted by the ostentatious displays at political Iftar parties, which have be...