Vijayan's Outcry: A Call to Strengthen Secularism in India

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan criticizes the BJP-led central government, accusing it of enforcing laws that segregate Muslims. He advocates strengthening secular values over communalism during his address at the conclusion of the 'Kerala Yatra', emphasizing unity against divisive forces in India.

In a bold address, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan took aim at the BJP-controlled central government, accusing it of marginalizing Muslims through laws like the Citizenship Act and the new Waqf Act. Speaking at the conclusion of the 'Kerala Yatra', Vijayan emphasized the imperative need to uphold secularism to protect minority communities.

Vijayan's remarks came during an event organized by the Kerala Muslim Jamaat, highlighting the state's commitment to combating communalism. The chief minister asserted that battling communal forces requires a robust defense of secular values, rather than engaging in counter-communalism. His message resonated at the large gathering in Putharikandam grounds in Thiruvananthapuram.

He urged the audience to stay vigilant against divisive efforts based on religion, race, or caste, praising the efforts of Kanthapuram A P Abubacker Musliyar and the 'Kerala Yatra'. Vijayan's statements reflected a staunch stand against appeasement politics and echoed a call for collective resistance to unity-threatening forces.

(With inputs from agencies.)