Government's Strong Reaction to 'Proposal in Hafezieh'; Users: 'Should We Have Children Empty-Handed?'

On Tuesday, Iranian state media reported that following the publication of a proposal deemed 'against customs' at the Hafezieh complex in Shiraz, two managers of the site were arrested and the director of the Cultural Heritage Organization of Fars Province was also banned from attending the administrative environment. The incident involved a man kneeling in the Hafezieh area and proposing to a woman with a ring. According to Mohammad Hadi Imanieh, 'the two individuals who behaved inappropriately will be dealt with today.' He warned against 'norm-breaking and unlawful behavior,' stating, 'legal action will be taken against those who are organized in promoting recklessness and corruption.' Iranian social media users widely reacted to the news of the arrests and suspensions of three managers due to the aforementioned proposal. One user questioned the Islamic Republic officials: 'Should we get married and have children or, as Kolah Ghermezi says, have children empty-handed??? Proposing was easy; we didn’t even have to spend on fruits, sweets, and flowers!' Another user commented, 'Someone came to the tomb of Hafez to propose, the manager of Hafezieh was arrested, and then you expect us young people to get married.' Another user, reacting to the warnings from the Fars governor, wrote, 'I wish this governor had some concern for the livelihood and economy of the people of Fars.' Another user tweeted, 'People are struggling for their daily bread, and not a single person has been dismissed for inflation... People have moved past you, you are using fake power, you have fallen long ago, just because you have weapons you think you have real power, but no government with your characteristics has survived by force.' The opposition of Iranians to mandatory hijab following the death of Mahsa (Zhina) Amini in the custody of the morality police last summer led to widespread anti-government protests in many cities in Iran and around the world. The Islamic Republic adopted a repressive approach to these peaceful protests, resulting in the killing of over 500 protesters, injuring thousands, and arresting 20,000 others. The judiciary announced that unveiled individuals would be deprived of professional activities. A new bill for maintaining mandatory hijab was introduced, aiming to uphold discriminatory laws. The significant 'civil disobedience of women' against the Islamic Republic has sparked reactions to the 'Hijab and Chastity Bill.' Efforts to expand restrictions include mandatory hijab for women and regulations on men's attire. Protests against the 'Hijab and Chastity Bill' have led to resignations and the launch of virtual campaigns. Students at Shariati Women's University in Tehran protested the beating of a student without mandatory hijab. Milan hosted a photo exhibition showcasing the lives of Iranian women, with Farnaz Damnabi stating they are 'powerful and brave.' Media supporting mandatory hijab criticized the 'Hijab Bill,' claiming it reduces the power of enforcement agents. The judiciary unveiled the 'Chastity and Hijab Bill,' intensifying penalties for famous individuals opposing mandatory hijab. An analytical report indicated that the annual cost of enforcing hijab is equivalent to the wages of millions of workers in Iran. The judiciary's bill for 'Hijab and Chastity' was sent to parliament after government approval. Two bookstores in Rasht and Babolsar were closed due to 'customers' unveiled.' Another broadcaster and presenter from state media, Zhila Amirshahi, emigrated to Canada without mandatory hijab.