BJP Accuses Opposition of Vote Bank Politics Over Waqf Amendment Bill

The BJP criticized opposition parties, calling them 'enemies of poor Muslims,' after objections to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill introduced in Lok Sabha. The legislation aims at transparency and reforms in Waqf property management. BJP claims the amendments are supported by various Muslim groups, prioritizing community progress.

The BJP on Thursday criticized opposition parties, labeling them as 'enemies of poor Muslims' following their objections to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill introduced in the Lok Sabha.

Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju introduced the Bill, which is designed to bring transparency and financial accountability to Waqf property management. Opposition parties, particularly from the INDIA bloc, have accused the Bill of being an attack on the Constitution aimed at minority communities.

BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla accused opposition parties of engaging in 'vote bank politics' and supporting 'elite land grabbers.' He emphasized that the amendments would ensure proper use of Waqf properties and increase women's participation in decision-making. The Bill received backing from various Muslim groups, including Aga Khanis, Bohras, and backward class Muslims. Senior BJP leaders and MPs iterated that the amendments are for the welfare of the Muslim community, including women and marginalized groups.