Mumbai-born music maestro Zubin Mehta on Friday said he failed to understand why artists, writers filmmakers and other intellectuals were returning their state awards, while suggesting that those pro
Mumbai-born music maestro Zubin Mehta on Friday said he failed to understand why artists, writers filmmakers and other intellectuals were returning their state awards, while suggesting that those protesting against the government should engage in a “dialogue” with it.
“Intellectuals are going ahead and giving back awards whether they are writers or filmmakers. They must feel very strongly and I respect them for what they are doing. On the other hand, I read what the government ministers are saying. I think both parties should meet together and talk about their grievances,” he said. The renowned conductor is here as part of the final leg of the debut India tour of the AWO, that recently wrapped up performances in Mumbai and Chennai.
Mehta is performing in the city after a gap of 10 years. Referring to the slew of protests by writers, artists, historians, and scholars against the “rising intolerance” in the country, the world-renowned musician said he came to know about it only through news reports.
