Former Mayor of Georgetown and prominent Hindu priest, Pt. Ubraj Narine, has issued a strong public call for President Irfaan Ali to respond to explosive allegations made by businessman Azruddin Mohamed regarding the alleged facilitation of customs clearance for a Lamborghini.
Narine, a leading voice in Guyana’s Hindu community, expressed deep concern after watching Mohamed’s recent interview on Facebook, where the businessman made pointed claims about the President’s involvement in a high-profile tax evasion case.
Narine quoted Mohamed directly from the interview:
“Also upstairs in court, when I looked at the desk, I saw the three holy books, the Bible, the Quran, and the Gita. And when I looked at the Quran, I remembered Irfan Ali right away as a Muslim brother to another Muslim brother.
It’s such a great sin when it comes to backbiting and stabbing your own Muslim brother in the back. It’s like eating the flesh of your dead brother. That’s a verse in the holy Quran. Irfan Ali is nothing more than a dishonest and dishonourable person.
I have proof where Irfan Ali facilitated and assisted with the clearance of the Lamborghini. I’m waiting for him to say that that is a lie. And trust me, anytime he comes out and say it’s a lie, I’ll show the whole country how dishonourable he is.”
In response, Narine issued a challenge to the President:
“How many Hindus and Christians in this country have received the same level of assistance or courtesy as was allegedly provided in this matter?”
He emphasised the seriousness of the accusations, pointing out that President Ali “fully accepted the usage of Mohamed’s vehicle before he ascended to Presidential office.” Narine noted that this close association raises further questions about political and personal favours.
Narine, who has long advocated for equality and religious fairness, reminded the public that this is not the first time he has spoken out on this issue.
“This question is not new—I first asked it publicly on December 12, 2022, on New Market Street. The concerns I raised then still remain unanswered, and Azruddin’s recent comments only serve to highlight the growing perception of religious favouritism and inequity.”
Calling on members of the Hindu community to reflect, Narine warned of a growing pattern of marginalisation under the current administration.
“The pattern is becoming clearer, and it is important that all religious and ethnic groups in Guyana are treated with equal respect and fairness—not just in words but in meaningful action.”
He concluded with a firm message:
“This is not about division—it is about transparency, equality, and justice in a democratic society.”
