Islamic Scholars Condemn Karnataka Congress Action Against Minority MLCs
Ulama-E-Karnataka, a prominent body of Islamic scholars, has strongly condemned the Karnataka Congress leadership's decision to penalize Legislative Council members Naseer Ahmed and Abdul Jabbar. The disciplinary actions, taken following the Davanagere South bypoll, included stripping Jabbar of his party membership and removing Ahmed from his role as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s political secretary. The scholars argue that these measures send a dangerous and negative signal to minority communities, particularly Muslims, causing widespread despair and disgruntlement. Mufti Ifthikar Ahmed Qasmi, president of Jamiat Ulama Karnataka, criticized the silence of AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge and expressed surprise at the perceived injustice. The backlash highlights ongoing tensions regarding Muslim representation, as scholars had previously demanded a ticket for a Muslim candidate in constituencies with significant minority populations. The group announced plans to meet with community members to discuss strategies to uphold their dignity and interests, marking a significant rift between the ruling party and key religious leaders in the state.
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Islamic Scholars Condemn Karnataka Congress Action Against Minority MLCs
Ulama-E-Karnataka, a prominent body of Islamic scholars, has strongly condemned the Karnataka Congress leadership's decision to penalize Legislative Council members Naseer Ahmed and Abdul Jabbar. The disciplinary actions, taken following the Davanagere South bypoll, included stripping Jabbar of his party membership and removing Ahmed from his role as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s political secretary. The scholars argue that these measures send a dangerous and negative signal to minority communities, particularly Muslims, causing widespread despair and disgruntlement. Mufti Ifthikar Ahmed Qasmi, president of Jamiat Ulama Karnataka, criticized the silence of AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge and expressed surprise at the perceived injustice. The backlash highlights ongoing tensions regarding Muslim representation, as scholars had previously demanded a ticket for a Muslim candidate in constituencies with significant minority populations. The group announced plans to meet with community members to discuss strategies to uphold their dignity and interests, marking a significant rift between the ruling party and key religious leaders in the state.
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