UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s recent Diwali bash has left a bad taste in the mouths of British-Hindus, with some questioning the ‘appalling lack of understanding of the spiritual aspect of the Hindu festival’.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Diwali celebration at No. 10 Downing Street sparked controversy among British Indians. The inclusion of meat and alcohol in the menu drew criticism and was deemed disrespectful to the religious significance of the festival.

Meat and alcohol were allegedly served at the Diwali party hosted by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at 10, Downing Street, offending some British Hindus.

Some British Hindus took to social media to voice their objections over a lack of proper consultation ahead of UK PM's Diwali reception, where non-vegetarian snacks and alcohol were included on the menu,