America’s Vice President JD Vance is embroiled in controversy regarding one of his statements. In fact, he said about his wife Usha Vance, who comes from a Hindu family, that he hopes that one day his wife will convert to Christianity. After his statement, huge protests have started on social media.

Mehdi Hasan raised objection

British journalist Mehdi Hasan also responded to the controversy and wrote on Hasan made the comment in response to a post by the Hindu American Foundation (HAF), which had urged him to try to understand Hinduism.

Hindu American Foundation’s response

HAF wrote on The organization further wrote, “No one is forced to change religion in Hinduism. It is an inclusive and pluralistic religion, in which every person has the freedom to understand the concept of God in his own way.”

With respect @JDVanceif your wife encouraged you to re-engage with your faith, why not reciprocate that and engage with Hinduism too?

If you did you may well learn that Hinduism doesn’t share the need to wish your spouse comes around to see things as you do in terms of… https://t.co/fkQQgclNDl

— Hindu American Foundation (@HinduAmerican) October 31, 2025

JD Vance clarified

As the controversy escalated, JD Vance clarified that his wife had inspired him to rejoin Christianity. He said, “My wife has been the biggest blessing. She is not a Christian herself and has no plans to convert, but like any interfaith relationship, I want her to see things the way I do one day.” Vance also said that no matter what his wife’s religion is, he will always love and respect her.

Why did the controversy increase?

This statement of JD Vance has come at a time when the political environment in America is already sensitive regarding religious intolerance and interfaith relations. Many social media users have criticized it, linking it to a “spirit of religious conversion”, while some have termed it a “personal wish”.

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Mehdi Hasan, who is called Shahenshah-e-Ghazal, got a lot of popularity from his ghazals. On the strength of his voice, he ruled the hearts of crores of people. India -born Mehdi Hasan got his skills ironed around the world and breathed his last in Pakistan. On the occasion of his birth anniversary, we are telling you the special things related to him.

Where was Mehdi Hasan born in India?
Mehdi Hasan was born on 18 July 1927 in a family of musicians. He was born in Luna village in Rajasthan. He learned music from his father Ustad Azim Khan and uncle Ustad Ismail Khan.

When did Mehdi Hasan go to Pakistan?
Mehdi Hasan moved to Pakistan with his family after Indo-Pak partition. Going there, he worked in a bicycle shop. After this, he continued to work as a motor mechanic.

What did Lata Mangeshkar say in praise of Mehdi Hasan?
Mehdi Hasan made his mark in 1957 as Thumri singer in Radio Pakistan. After this, he moved towards the ghazals and became enthralled. Her celebrations of her voice were also crazy. Talking to the media about Mehdi Hasan, Lata Mangeshkar said- ‘It seems that God speaks in the neck of Hasan Saheb.’

Mehdi Hasan was given K.L. The Sehgal Sangeet was also awarded the Emperor Award.

Died at the age of 84 years
When Mehdi Hasan became very ill, he got a visa to come to India for treatment. Before his death, his last wish was also to come to India. He underwent treatment in Pakistan and during this time he died. He breathed his last at the age of 84 on 13 June 2012.

What did Adnan Sami say on the death of Mehdi Hasan?
In the show ‘Aap Ki Adalat’, Adnan Sami had said that Pakistan allowed Mehdi Hasan to die in a misery. He had said- ‘Despite being called Shahenshah-e-Ghazal, Mehdi Hasan did not get help from authority in times of need.’

Mehndi Hasan’s popular ghazals

1. We are still suffering by bringing the heart of the heart
2. Lovers will not be less, in your gathering but we will not be
3. The rivalry is right
4. This time we are separated
5. What happened to you