NRI Pulse

NRI News

Connecticut brewery removes Gandhi's name from beer brand

Washington, Jan 24 (IANS) A brewery in the US state of Connecticut will no longer use the name and likeness of Mahatma Gandhi on one of its beer brands following complaints from the Indian-American community, a state lawmaker said.

The label on New England Brewing Co.’s Gandhi-Bot, has a cartoon depicting a robot version of the late leader, who favored prohibition of alcohol, the Star Tribune reported Friday.

The Woodbridge-based company apologized earlier this month to anyone who found it insensitive.

In a statement, the brewery said it decided to re-brand the beer following meetings with Indian-American business owners, temple leaders and state officials.

“After careful consideration, we feel that renaming Gandhi-Bot is the right move,” the statement added.

“Taking these steps will allow us to express our support for the Indian-American community while also limiting any economic losses,” the statement added.

Related posts

Americans told be cautious while traveling to India

Veena

Tagore’s ‘Where the mind is without fear’ recited at Jane Fonda’s climate action protest

Veena

Sam Malhotra named to Maryland cabinet

Veena

Leave a Comment