Karnataka Minister Defends Palestine Flag at Local Events
Karnataka Minister B Z Zameer Ahmed Khan defended the holding of Palestine flags, citing the Central government's support for a Palestinian state. This comes after incidents of flag waving during Milad-ul-Nabi processions, and minors were apprehended for waving the flag in Chikkamagaluru. He criticized the BJP for making it a big issue.
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Karnataka Minister B Z Zameer Ahmed Khan defended the display of Palestinian flags during local events, highlighting the Central government's support for a Palestinian state.
He clarified that while shouting slogans hailing other countries is wrong, holding the flag is not. This statement follows incidents during the Milad-ul-Nabi procession in Karnataka.
Khan criticized the BJP for politicizing the issue, emphasizing that the individuals involved are locals and have every right to settle in any state.
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