The DMK stance on opposing the imposition of Hindi, which it has long used for its divisive political agenda, appears to be backfiring. This became evident when an administrative recruitment advertisement requiring knowledge of Hindi went viral, attracting widespread criticism. In response to the backlash, the party withdrew the advertisement, blamed the officials responsible, and suspended them.
A Joint Director in the Tamil Nadu government’s Directorate of Child Welfare and Special Services has been suspended following an a recruitment advertisement, which listed Hindi communication skills as a qualification for the position of call responders for the women’s helpline.
Tamil Nadu’s Minister for Social Welfare and Women Empowerment, P. Geetha Jeevan, confirmed that departmental disciplinary action was being taken against the Joint Director. She explained that the inclusion of Hindi as a required qualification was a “mistake.”
This statement came after Naam Tamilar Katchi (NTK) leader Seeman raised concerns about the advertisement issued by the Department of Social Welfare, which sought to hire five call responders for the 181 women’s helpline. The ad had listed proficiency in Tamil, English, and Hindi as qualifications.
வன்முறைக்கு இலக்காகும் பெண்களுக்கு உதவுவதற்காக அமைக்கப்படும் தனி மையத்தில் பணிபுரிய தமிழ், ஆங்கிலம், இந்தி என மும்மொழி தெரிந்த பெண்கள் மட்டுமே விண்ணப்பிக்க முடியும் என்று திமுக அரசு அறிவிப்பு… pic.twitter.com/EdDgA5j2xg
After the issue was brought to the government’s attention, the advertisement was removed from the portal. A revised version was subsequently uploaded, specifying that the qualifications would only include communication skills in Tamil and English.
Minister Jeevan emphasized that all official communications within Tamil Nadu government departments are conducted in Tamil, and interactions with the Union government are in English. She also outlined the steps the DMK government has taken to promote the Tamil language.
In response to the controversy, Jeevan expressed frustration, stating, “It is unfortunate that some are trying to politicize the mistake of one official.” She added that there was no need for anyone to lecture the government on Tamil and that such attempts would not sway the people.
An attempt to export 28 metric tons of bull meat from Chennai Port to Sharjah was foiled when officials discovered that it had been falsely labeled as buffalo meat. Chennai Customs authorities intervened and halted the export after receiving a tip-off.
The Uttar Pradesh Animal Husbandry Department had issued a certificate for buffalo meat as bull meat, which initially appeared legitimate. However, suspicions led to an inspection of the meat, and subsequent testing by Chennai Customs confirmed it was bull meat.
As a result, a case has been filed under the Customs Act against Universal Food Exports, a Delhi-based company, for attempting to export the product with misleading information. Mohammad Khalid Alam, the manager of Universal Food Exports, was arrested in connection with the incident but was later granted bail.
In response, Universal Food Exports has filed a case in the Madras High Court, and a hearing is scheduled to take place soon.
According to the red meat policy outlined by Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), the export of beef (including meat from cows, oxen, and calves) as well as bone-in buffalo meat is strictly prohibited under the current Foreign Trade Policy. However, the export of sheep and goat meat, as well as boneless buffalo meat, is allowed without restriction, provided that the conditions specified in the policy are met. Additionally, the policy requires that all exported meat must be sourced from abattoirs and meat processing plants that are registered with APEDA.
In a low-down act of violence, Khalistani supporters stormed the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, Canada, disrupting an Indian consular camp to attack devotees, including women and children. As disturbing footage spread across social media, Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the assault as a “cowardly attempt to intimidate” Indian diplomats, demanding justice from Canadian authorities. Meanwhile, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, who frequently champions minority rights abroad, stayed silent on this attack on Hindus, despite his vocal stance on similar issues for other communities.
Gandhi’s silence is particularly striking given his grandmother, Indira Gandhi, was assassinated by Khalistanis. His silence raises pressing questions about his commitment to defending Hindus at home and abroad.
Khalistanis Attack Hindu Sabha Temple
The Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, Canada, was violently attacked on 3 November 2024 amid ongoing tensions between India and Canada. In a video shared widely on social media, Khalistani supporters were seen trespassing on the temple grounds and assaulting devotees. The attack took place at an Indian consular camp hosted by the temple, where Khalistani extremists reportedly disrupted proceedings, targeting women and children, according to the Hindu Canadian Foundation, a non-profit supporting Canada’s Hindu community.
A red line has been crossed by Canadian Khalistani extremists today. The attack by Khalistanis on the Hindu-Canadian devotees inside the premises of the Hindu Sabha temple in Brampton shows how deep and brazen has Khalistani violent extremism has become in Canada. I begin to feel… pic.twitter.com/vPDdk9oble
In response, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the assault, calling it a deliberate attack and a “cowardly attempt to intimidate” Indian diplomats. In a statement posted on X, he said,“I strongly condemn the deliberate attack on a Hindu temple in Canada. Equally appalling are the cowardly attempts to intimidate our diplomats. Such acts of violence will never weaken India’s resolve. We expect the Canadian government to ensure justice and uphold the rule of law.”
I strongly condemn the deliberate attack on a Hindu temple in Canada. Equally appalling are the cowardly attempts to intimidate our diplomats. Such acts of violence will never weaken India’s resolve. We expect the Canadian government to ensure justice and uphold the rule of law.
His statement followed an official condemnation from India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), which denounced the violence and emphasized concerns for the safety of Indian nationals in Canada. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal called on Canadian authorities to protect Indian communities and places of worship.
“We remain deeply concerned about the safety and security of Indian nationals in Canada,”he stated. “The outreach of our Consular officers to provide services to Indians and Canadian citizens alike will not be deterred by intimidation, harassment, and violence.”
However, Leader of Opposition and Congress scion Rahul Gandhi has been mum for the past 2 days and has not issued any statement on the attack on Hindus by Khalistani supporters in Canada.
It is noteworthy that his grandmother and former Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi was assassinated by the very same Khalistani supporters in 1984.
The same Rahul Gandhi made grand statements about the “plight of Sikhs” in India during his US trip in September 2024. During a gathering with Indian Americans in Herndon, Virginia, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi spoke about religious freedom in India, emphasizing the “struggles” faced by minority communities. Gandhi asked a Sikh attendee to share his name and highlighted issues concerning the Sikh community. He stated,“The fight is about whether a Sikh is going to be allowed to wear his turban in India or a kada in India. Or he, as a Sikh, is going to be able to go to a Gurdwara.”
The BJP has been spreading lies about my remarks in America.
I want to ask every Sikh brother and sister in India and abroad – is there anything wrong in what I have said? Shouldn't India be a country where every Sikh – and every Indian – can freely practice their religion… pic.twitter.com/sxNdMavR1X
He blamed the RSS for the existing situation and clarified that this issue extends beyond Sikhs, affecting all religions, and argued that it’s about fundamental freedoms rather than politics.
Gandhi Silent On Hindu Persecution In Bangladesh
Similarly, when Muhammad Yunus took over as the head of the interim government in Bangladesh, he wrote, “Congratulations to Professor Muhammad Yunus on being sworn in as the head of Bangladesh’s interim government. A swift restoration of peace and normalcy is the need of the hour.”
Congratulations to Professor Muhammad Yunus on being sworn in as the head of Bangladesh’s interim government.
A swift restoration of peace and normalcy is the need of the hour.
He did not mention a word on the ongoing genocide. He has not made any statement whatsoever regarding the plight of Hindus in Bangladesh.
However, during the all-party meeting called by the Centre to apprise the opposition about the situation in the neighbouring country, Gandhi is said to have highlighted concerns over the plight of minorities in Bangladesh, referencing reports of attacks on their properties. He emphasized that the safety and well-being of these communities are of considerable importance to India, given the strong cultural and historical connections shared between the two countries.
The Indian National Congress, through its communications chief Jairam Ramesh, called for the interim government to take “forceful steps” to ensure the safety and security of minority communities in Bangladesh.
While Rahul Gandhi goes around town speaking for various “minorities”, he has no words to say about Hindus across the world when they are attacked for real.
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A temple in Shamshabad on the outskirts of Hyderabad was vandalised on Tuesday, police said. When the priest of the temple in Airport Colony came in the morning to perform daily rituals, he found idols vandalised.
Alerted by the priest and the locals, the police rushed to the spot and began investigations. The police suspect the miscreants entered the temple and vandalised it late Monday night.
On receiving the information, local BJP leaders also reached the temple and demanded stringent punishment for those involved. The police have reportedly picked up a suspect and were questioning him.
The latest incident came nearly three weeks after an act of vandalism at Muthyalamma temple in Secunderabad.
On October 14, a man barged into Sri Muthyalamma Temple located at Kummarguda, in the Market Police Station limits and damaged the idol. Locals caught hold of him, thrashed him and later handed him over to police.
As the accused was critically injured, he was admitted to a hospital. Two days later, police revealed that the accused was Salman Salim Thakur alias Salman, a native of Mumbra, Near Mumbai.
The police investigations revealed that the 30-year-old came to Hyderabad in October to attend a month-long personality development workshop.
Last week, the accused was produced in the court, which sent him to judicial custody. The vandalism had triggered protests by VHP, Bajrang Dal and other organisations.
–IANS
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Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena President Eknath Shinde has slammed the opposition for moving court against the ‘Ladki Bahin Yojana’ and said that if the scheme was a crime, he was ready to go to jail. “I am ready to go to jail for the Ladki Bahin (beloved sisters),” he said after the inauguration of the office of the party nominee Vishwanath Bhoir from Kalyan West late Monday night.
The Chief Minister asked the women voters to support Shiv Sena and the MahaYuti for defeating the Maha Vikas Aghadi, which has been pressing for discontinuing the Ladki Bahin Yojana. “Dear sisters will get Rs 1,500 every month under the Ladki Bahin Yojana. The opposition has been consistently advocating the closure of the Ladki Bahin Yojana. If they (the opposition) approach you (women voters) during the poll campaign, ask them why they are opposing the Ladki Bahin Yojana,” CM Shinde said. Further, the Chief Minister called upon the women to grill the opposition asking them why they went to court to stop the scheme. “This is the government of the common man. So whoever comes to you – the stepbrothers, rivals or opponents – show them their place for opposing the Ladki Bahin Yojana,” he advised.
He further claimed that those who will close down the Ladki Bahin Yojana and other welfare schemes will face a backlash. The Chief Minister said that Shiv Sena and MahaYuti were counting on a slew of development projects launched during the last two and half years. “Let the Maha Vikas Aghadi tell about the development works during its rule. We are ready to give our account. Is Maha Vikas Aghadi ready for this?” he asked. At another rally after the inauguration of the election office of the party nominee from Worli seat Milind Deora, the Chief Minister accused the Uddhav Thackeray-led government of putting speed breakers by stalling various development projects including the Mumbai Coastal Road, Aarey Metro car shed, Mumbai Metro 3, Atal Setu and park in Mahalakshmi Race Course.
“The MahaYuti removed all speed rakers and completed these projects. Had it not been done, then these projects would not have been completed in 15 years,” he claimed. He said that the MahaYuti government will work to bring back the Marathi Manoos, who were thrown out of Mumbai, to the metropolis.
He criticised the Shiv Sena-UBT for running a campaign that Mumbai will be separated from Maharashtra after the elections were over. “It won’t happen. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the Centre’s desire for Mumbai to become a world-class city and a powerhouse. The double engine government means a double guarantee,” he said.
–IANS
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A clash erupted between two groups at a church in Madurai over disputes concerning the church’s management and financial records, and a case has been filed against three individuals in connection with the conflict.
The incident occurred during a special prayer service held 4 November 2024, morning at the CSI Church in Keelavasal, Madurai district, where over 100 people gathered for the meeting led by Pastor Raja Stalin.
During the service, a heated argument broke out between members of the old and new church administrations. The dispute centered on issues regarding the church’s bankruptcy, income, and expenditure accounts. Tensions escalated into a physical altercation.
Upon receiving reports of the incident, the Vilakkuthoon police arrived at the scene to investigate.
Abraham, a member of the pastor’s group, filed a complaint with the police, leading to the registration of a case against three individuals, including Duraisingham. In response, Duraisingham, Raja Selvam, and Joseph Vasudevan, representing the opposing group, also lodged a formal complaint against the pastor’s side.
The police are continuing their investigation, and according to their statement, “The case is still pending in court due to an ongoing dispute between the two factions over the administration of the CSI Church. The conflict appears to have escalated because Pastor Raja Stalin is being accused of partisanship. We are continuing to look into the matter.”
A video capturing the altercation has since gone viral on social media, further drawing attention to the church’s internal conflict.
Following the viral video of a church clash in Madurai, there has been growing public demand for greater accountability in Christian institutions, in line with a recent suggestion by the Madras High Court. The court has urged the Union and Tamil Nadu governments to consider establishing a statutory board, similar to the Waqf Board, to oversee the assets, funds, and entities such as hospitals and schools run by Christian organizations.
Justice N. Sathish Kumar, in his ruling, noted that while charitable endowments of Hindus and Muslims are subject to statutory oversight, no such regulation exists for Christian institutions. He pointed out that current scrutiny is limited to legal suits under Section 92 of the Code of Civil Procedure, which deals with the management of charitable trusts. Emphasizing the need for a permanent solution, Justice Sathish Kumar argued that Christian institutions, which perform vital public functions, require better protection and regulation to ensure their financial and administrative stability. He also highlighted the frequent internal disputes within churches that drain resources and hinder proper functioning.
The court has directed both the Union Ministry of Home Affairs and Tamil Nadu’s Chief Secretary to file reports on the issue.
Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma sparked controversy following the viral spread of a speech transcript from his recent US visit, where he met with the Chin community in Indianapolis. The transcript, first highlighted by activist Savio Rodrigues in Goa Chronicle, revealed Lalduhoma’s appeal for unity among the Zo (Chin-Kuki-Mizo) people across Myanmar, Bangladesh, and India based on ethnic and religious ties. His remarks come at a time of heightened ethnic tension between the Meitei and Kuki communities in neighboring Manipur.
In his address, Lalduhoma expressed concerns that religion could be a source of division rather than unity. He noted, “There is a real danger of our religion becoming a source of disunity and division, rather than a united, strong, and impenetrable fortress.” Lamenting the lack of a united Church of Northeast India, he praised efforts by the Chin and Myanmar Relief Committees of Mizoram, which support Kuki-Zo refugees.
The Chief Minister also emphasized the need for solidarity among Zo groups, referencing multiple factions within the Chin Hills and encouraging cooperation. He commended efforts by the Zo Reunification Organisation (ZORO) and the Chin Unity Forum, both working toward Zo unity. His message highlighted the ambition for a united “nationhood,” transcending the borders that divide the Zo people across three countries.
He also said, “It’s just like a two-way traffic. As far as we are concerned, we shall never ever accept the division of our people into 3 countries. This will never be acceptable. The boundaries are imposed boundaries by the British government. In that committee, we are never represented, we are never consulted. Therefore, it is an imposed boundary and will never accept it. We will never accept construction of a border fencing between us.”
Mizoram CM PU Lalduhoma gives a call during the US tour for a united Chin-Kuki-Zo Nation, while appealing for unity among culturally linked tribes across India, Bangladesh, & Myanmar.
During his visit, Hasan reportedly met with Lalduhoma in January 2024, a leader of the Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) and current Mizoram Chief Minister, who has advocated for extraterritorial Kuki-Zo unity. Hasan also claimed to have met a Christian nationalist from the Mizo National Front (MNF) who could potentially lead Mizoram in the future.
In October 2024, we reported on the 4 admins of the rabid secessionist handle We Dravidians. One of them turned out to be a Bengali Muslim. When exposed, he pretended to not know who We Dravidians were and tried to cut off ties with the group.
However, he forgot to remove the reference on his bio.
Hasan, a supporter of the radical group Indian Secular Front (ISF), admitted during a Twitter Space to having traveled to Aizawl, Mizoram’s capital, with financial backing from Kuki supporters, stating, “I went to Aizawl on Kuki money, okay?”
Golden nuggets here! The guy who wanted to know the procreation capacity of Kuki ladies recently “went to Aizawl on Kuki money”!
Notably, Hasan has openly expressed hostility toward the Meitei community in Manipur, previously calling for their ethnic elimination. He warned in a tweet, “Believe me, the day my party forms Govt at the centre and in Manipur, we will completely annihilate you.”
This user @shershabadia is threatening pogroms against the citizens of Manipur. He also runs a notorious secessionist account called @WeDravidians & runs a political organization @AISecularFront
Hasan further threatened to drive Meiteis out of their homeland, suggesting Indians should “buy all Meitei properties” or even label Meiteis as “enemies of India,” forcing them to relocate to Burma.
Image Source: OpIndia
He attempted to rally opposition against the Indian government by alleging its support for genocide in Myanmar, aiming to further stigmatize Meiteis and align with Kuki-Zo extremist narratives.
Hasina’s Warning
Following Lalduhoma’s Indianapolis speech, Hasina’s statements have gained new relevance. The former Prime Minister had suggested that Western influence, potentially aligned with church groups in the United States, could be backing aspirations for a “Zo” homeland. This proposed homeland, commonly called “Zoram,” would cover areas of Bangladesh, Myanmar’s Chin State, and India’s Mizoram and Manipur states, where the Chin-Kuki-Zo people predominantly reside. The push for this unified state has reportedly garnered support from various church organizations in the U.S. and is being championed by the Zo Reunification Organization (ZRO) in Mizoram, which has political backing from local parties like the Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) and the opposition Mizo National Front (MNF).
The Chin-Kuki-Zo tribes’ movement, which has been gaining momentum, is not without militarized factions. Groups such as the Chin National Army (CNA) in Myanmar, the Kuki National Front (KNF) in India, and other affiliated factions have been actively seeking autonomy, with violent actions occurring in their respective regions. Lalduhoma’s speech in the U.S. has fueled apprehensions that Western powers could be taking advantage of these separatist sentiments to push for broader geopolitical interests.
Hasina’s revelation about alleged foreign intentions to establish a Christian state underscores existing concerns about sovereignty and national integrity. Her statement that a U.S. official had sought permission for an American air base on Bangladesh’s St. Martin’s Island in exchange for Western support in her administration indicates deeper regional interests. Although she rejected the offer, Hasina’s warnings highlight the broader strategy that some analysts suggest underpins Lalduhoma’s call for a unified Chin-Kuki-Zo nation.
The Northeast region of India, where Mizoram and Manipur are located, has long been a hotspot of ethnic diversity and political fragility. Observers fear that Lalduhoma’s Indianapolis speech, with its appeal for a Christian-majority state, might resonate with existing ethnic militancy and lead to intensified demands for autonomy. Combined with Hasina’s claims of Western-backed agendas, this narrative points to a strategic interest that could have ramifications for India, Myanmar, and Bangladesh alike.
The coincidence of Lalduhoma’s call for unity among the Chin-Kuki-Zo people, Hasina’s warnings about Western ambitions to redraw borders and this revelation of the meeting with Mizo CM are extremely concerning.
In a disturbing incident reminiscent of the caste violence in Nanguneri, a 17-year-old boy from a Scheduled Caste was viciously assaulted by a group from a dominant caste with a sickle inside his home in Melapattam village, near Tirunelveli, on 4 November 2024.
The assault occurred after the boy confronted the gang members about their reckless driving near his residence.
According to a TNIE report, the boy lives with his older brother and parents in Melapattam. His older brother is a third-year college student, while he is in his second year of polytechnic studies. Both parents work and typically return home in the evening.
On the day of the incident, the elder brother had gone to college, leaving the younger boy alone. Around noon, as he was walking nearby, a car sped dangerously close to him, nearly hitting him. He called out to the car’s occupants about their reckless driving, which escalated into a confrontation. A bystander intervened, successfully calming the situation and encouraging both sides to disperse.
However, later that evening, the same group, along with additional members, entered the boy’s home. Taking advantage of his parents’ absence, they attacked him, striking him with a beer bottle and assaulting him with a sickle. They also vandalized items in the house before fleeing. Neighbors quickly took the injured boy to Tirunelveli Medical College Hospital, where he was admitted to the emergency ward. His parents rushed to the hospital upon learning of the brutal attack.
In a shocking incident, similar to #Nanguneri#CasteAtrocity, a 17-year-old Scheduled Caste boy was brutally attacked by a dominant-caste gang inside his house in Melapattam village near Tirunelveli. Assailants allegedly smashed beer bottle on his head and hacked him. They also… https://t.co/UUCPBjEfV4pic.twitter.com/NAQfNDBkHV
When reached for comment, Superintendent of Police N. Silambarasan stated that the police were in the process of obtaining a complaint from the boy to file a First Information Report (FIR). Sources indicated that more than five of the assailants involved in the attack have since gone into hiding. This incident echoes a similar caste-related assault that occurred last year in Nanguneri, where a group of students from a dominant caste attacked an SC student and his sister at their home.
Just around Deepavali, theHindustan Times shared an article based on a viral post on social media. They quoted a “Delhi woman” Naomi Barton whowas allegedly asked to “leave the country” after making a “distress” post on her sick dog’s sleepless nights because of the Deepavali cracker noise.
On her X handle, she wrote“Happy Diwali! My dog has a heart condition and has been trembling with anxiety for the last hour. This will be her second night of no sleep. I hope making large explosive noises has given everyone a deep feeling of spiritual fulfillment!”
Happy Diwali! My dog has a heart condition and has been trembling with anxiety for the last hour. This will be her second night of no sleep. I hope making large explosive noises has given everyone a deep feeling of spiritual fulfillment!
On closer examination, it came to light that Hindustan Times had regularly quoted a Delhi woman who turned out to be the same Naomi. Sometimes the same Naomi would be a comedian, a pop fan, a dog owner, a writer – Naomi who wore many hats!
Who Is Naomi Barton?
Naomi Barton, according to her X bio, works as a Literary Agent at A Suitable Pitch. She has also worked as a “journalist/writer” for The Wire. Here is a look at some of her antics from the past.
Back in 2020, she mocked Hindus for welcoming pups to their homes the Hindu way. She somehow had to bring inBrahmanism,andgive a caste marker to the dog as well! She wrote,“This is, ostensibly harmless and cute but says a lot about how the entire edifice on which Brahmanism is built is a construct, given how this is now a Hindu Upper Caste… Golden Retriever? Also it is 2020. Get rescued dog, and don’t contribute to awful puppy mills.”
In 2022, she tried to instigate violence against Hindus during the hijab row. She seemed to be urging Muslims to take up arms against Hindus, asserting that if the roles were reversed, Hindus would naturally respond in kind. She offered no evidence to support these absurd claims.
She wrote, “If any Muslim community had come together to so much as take a dupatta from a Hindu woman there would be blood in the streets. It is a particularly brutal humiliation that Muslims are forced to watch helplessly at the insult given to Muslim women for fear of retaliation.”
If any Muslim community had come together to so much as take a dupatta from a Hindu woman there would be blood in the streets.
It is a particularly brutal humiliation that Muslims are forced to watch helplessly at the insult given to Muslim women for fear of retaliation.
In April 2022, a netizen Daribha Lyndem, shared her distressing experience at a hospital, where she felt exposed and violated during an ECG procedure when a cleaning staff member entered the trauma ward unannounced. She expressed anger over the lack of privacy, noting, “The nurse could have taken me to a private room but she was too lazy.” While many sympathized with her, Naomi Barton criticized Daribha for “weaponizing” her privilege against a man she assumed to be of lower class, suggesting that Daribha was“committing violence deliberately against an accident.”
Barton recommended the book “Conflict is Not Abuse“, framing the incident as a class issue. When asked to reconsider, Barton doubled down, insisting on the relevance of class imbalances. Barton’s response sparked backlash, as critics noted her focus on “class imbalance” minimized Daribha’s traumatic experience, shifting attention away from the lack of privacy and professionalism at the hospital.
Naomi’s entire timeline on her X handle is laced with vitriol aimed at Hindus, driven by a clear agenda. Every word she writes is calculated, and someone at Hindustan Times seems to amplify her “message continuously“, portraying her as “just another Delhi woman/girl.”
Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel HD Kumaraswamy has warned the ruling Congress in Karnataka, cautioning that if the Waqf land issue is not resolved soon, farmers may take drastic measures and storm into the homes of the Chief Minister, Deputy Chief Minister, and ministers.
While speaking to the media in Doddanahalli village during a campaign in the Channapatna constituency, Kumaraswamy questioned if the Congress government had integrity. “How long will you keep deceiving people like this? Are you favouring one community while neglecting another? Apologise to the public and resolve this issue, or else it won’t be long before people take matters into their own hands and march to your homes,” he warned. Recently, a Congress MLC said people would enter the Governor’s residence as they did in the residence of the Bangladeshi Prime Minister. Don’t be surprised if the same happens to you. Don’t test the patience of the farmers,” he warned.
Kumaraswamy criticised CM Siddaramaiah’s recent statements, saying, “During my tenure as CM, I never saw any Waqf-related files come before me. Decisions related to Waqf were made even during the tenures of former CMs B.S. Yediyurappa and Basavaraj Bommai. CM Siddaramaiah’s statement on this matter lacks responsibility.” He further clarified, “Neither farmers’ lands, nor the lands of Hindu temples, nor the hills in Ramanagara were given to Waqf during my time. I don’t understand on what basis the CM made such claims. Don’t blame others for your own mistakes. If there was any error on my part, let it be brought before the people,” he challenged Siddaramaiah.
Kumaraswamy argued that if any Waqf-related matters were dealt with during his tenure, Congress leaders were to blame. “The revenue minister at the time was Krishna Byre Gowda, and the Waqf minister is the same as the current one. If they acted without my knowledge, it’s on them, not on me. I have not permitted any illegal actions, nor have I engaged in politics over such issues.” Minister Krishna Byre Gowda holds the Revenue portfolio currently.
He added, “If I am unnecessarily dragged into this issue, I am ready to face it. I will not run away. A Chief Minister should not lie. Although he chants ‘Satyameva Jayate’ like a truth-seeker, he is going around spreading falsehoods every day,” he reacted angrily. Kumaraswamy further urged CM Siddaramaiah to speak with more accountability. He criticised Congress for dividing people along religious and caste lines. “This is the downfall of Congress; even AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge has acknowledged it. Their conduct is leading Congress to ruin,” he added.
–IANS
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