Debate on Ramzan Work Hours for Muslim Employees Sparks Political Controversy

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara clarified there was no active proposal or discussion regarding allowing Muslim government employees to leave work early during Ramzan. This follows a petition by state Congress leaders seeking such a decision. The move, practiced in neighboring states, has been criticized as appeasement politics.

Karnataka's Home Minister, G Parameshwara, dismissed any current proposals or discussions on early leave for Muslim government employees during Ramzan. Questions arose following a petition by Congress leaders to the Chief Minister.

The appeal aims for Muslim employees to have earlier departure to break their fast, referencing similar allowances in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

Critics, including the BJP and Opposition leader R Ashoka, have accused the ruling Congress of engaging in appeasement politics. Parameshwara highlighted that such practices in neighboring states are irrelevant to Karnataka's decision-making.