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News18
02-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
'Will Throw It Into Dustbin': Tejashwi's Waqf Act Remark Draws BJP Ire Amid Bihar Poll Heat
Last Updated: BJP criticized Tejashwi Yadav for saying the Waqf Act will be scrapped if Mahagathbandhan wins in Bihar, accusing him of disrespecting Parliament and the Constitution. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has hit out at former Bihar deputy chief minister Tejashwi Yadav over his remark that the Waqf Act will be scrapped if the Mahagathbandhan (grand alliance) comes to power in the state, where the assembly elections are due later this year. BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi, in a press conference, alleged that Yadav's remark shows he does not respect Parliament nor the judiciary. He said that the INDIA bloc has not been able to come out of the Emergency mindset of throwing the Constitution into the dustbin. 'Recently, we marked 50 years since the Emergency. It's deeply unfortunate that just yesterday in Patna, Tejashwi Yadav stood in a public rally and said that Parliament's passed law will be thrown into the dustbin," he said. RJD's Tejashwi Yadav on Sunday claimed that the ruling NDA in Bihar was 'on its way out", and the new government in the state led by the opposition alliance will 'consign to the dustbin" the Waqf Act brought by the Narendra Modi dispensation at the Centre. The leader was addressing a 'Save Waqf, Save Constitution' rally at the historical Gandhi Maidan in Bihar's capital, Patna. Reacting to the RJD leader's remark, Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary said, 'Hooliganism means Lalu Ji's family, if it's about criminalisation, it's Lalu Ji's family, and if it's about tearing up a bill, it's Lalu Ji's family." Bihar minister Mangal Pandey said that the RJD leader's statement is a direct challenge to the Parliament and the Constitution. 'In this democracy, who has the audacity to throw a proposal passed by the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha into the dustbin? This directly reflects a mentality that is filled with the thought of not accepting the Constitution of Baba Saheb Ambedkar. The people who crushed the Constitution by imposing the Emergency are the ones who can speak such language… Those who challenge the democratic system, the people of this country will never accept or tolerate them," he added. Bihar Minister Prem Kumar accused the RJD scion of spreading misinformation. 'The amendment to the Waqf Bill introduced in Parliament is a good step. It will benefit a large section of the Muslim population, especially the poor, women, and widows. The control held by a handful of people will end, and the income from Waqf properties will be used for the welfare of common people," he said. Congress Reacts To Sudhanshu Trivedi's Remark On BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi's statement, Congress leader Pawan Khera said laws passed in the Parliament can definitely be overruled by it. 'If Sudhanshu doesn't understand this basic tenet of democracy, then what is he even doing in the Parliament? This mentality, language, can only come from those who do not have a basic understanding of this country. So I don't think we need to legitimise these very anti-national remarks by even commenting on them," he added. Waqf Act The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, was passed earlier this year by the Parliament and later got the President's assent. The government claims that the act introduces significant reforms aimed at enhancing the governance, transparency, and efficiency of waqf property management in India. Key changes in the act include redefining the formation of waqf, improving the survey and registration process, empowering government oversight, and ensuring inclusivity by incorporating non-Muslim members and women into waqf-related bodies. These provisions mark a crucial step toward modernising Waqf property management in India, the government said. (with inputs from agencies) First Published: June 30, 2025, 14:38 IST
Hans India
01-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Waqf law about management, not religion: Jitan Ram Manjhi slams Tejashwi Yadav's remarks
Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi on Tuesday strongly defended the Waqf Amendment Act and lashed out at RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav for his controversial remarks, accusing him and other Opposition leaders of politicising the issue for electoral gains. Speaking to IANS, Manjhi said, 'Tejashwi Yadav and other Opposition leaders are opposing the Waqf Bill because they believe it targets a particular religion. But this is purely a matter of management. To date, some people have occupied Waqf properties, preventing the benefits from reaching the poor.' He further stated that Waqf resources could have been used for development if managed correctly. 'If big universities, hospitals, and educational institutions had been established and operated with Waqf funds, it would have been something meaningful. But that never happened. So, through this law, the government is trying to improve management and prevent misuse of Waqf funds. Those who are opposing it are doing so purely for political reasons,' Manjhi said. He also mentioned, 'PM Modi has not made this law for politics. It has been brought in for the welfare of the poor in Bihar and across India.' Taking a jibe at Tejashwi Yadav's political background, Manjhi said, 'His father was in power for 15 years and created 'jungle raj'. He is simply following in his father's footsteps. What experience does he have? He is a product of street protests, but that does not mean he knows how to govern. Anyone can beat a drum, but that does not make them capable.' Manjhi's sharp response came after Tejashwi Yadav, while addressing a 'Save Waqf, Save Constitution' rally at the historic Gandhi Maidan in Patna on Sunday, declared that the Opposition alliance would scrap the Waqf law if it came to power. Tejashwi had said, 'The NDA in Bihar is on its way out, and once we form the government, we will consign the Waqf Act brought by the Narendra Modi government to the dustbin.' The Waqf Amendment Act, passed by Parliament, has become a new flashpoint in the ongoing political battle between the NDA and the Opposition in Bihar.
Hans India
30-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
RJD's call for 'throwing Waqf Act in dustbin' sparks political storm, parties trade barbs
A political storm has ensued over the stirring remarks made by RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, at the 'Save Waqf, Save Constitution' rally in Patna, with Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and INDIA bloc leaders taking potshots at each other over 'using' the Waqf reforms as a ploy to win votes. The BJP called it a brazen attempt by the RJD-Congress-Left combine to 'influence' the election mood in the poll-bound state by fanning anti-Muslim sentiments, while the latter vowed to step up the fight against 'communal designs' of the ruling party. BJP's Rajya Sabha MP Sudhanshu Trivedi accused the Opposition parties of attempting to turn the Constitution into 'Sharia script' while strongly reproving the latter's calls to discard and override the Waqf reforms, claiming that it was doing so in its desperation to secure its vote bank, a section largely comprising minorities. On the other hand, RJD maintained that Tejashwi's call to oppose the black law tooth and nail by the INDIA bloc has left the BJP anxious and worried, and hence the latter was deliberately giving the issue a Hindu-Muslim spin. On Sunday, while addressing a mega gathering at Patna's Gandhi Maidan, under the banner of 'Save Waqf, Save Constitution' campaign, Bihar's former Depurty CM said that NDA government will be unseated this time and when Mahagathbandhan (RJD-Congress-Left) returns to power, it will throw the Waqf Amendment Act in the dustbin. This created a political furore, with a couple of BJP spokespersons alleging that the INDIA bloc was trying to enforce Sharia provisions from the backdoor while opposition parties hit back at the ruling party, accusing it of fomenting communal divide. Bihar Minister Ashok Choudhary and JD(U) leader, reacting to the row, called out RJD's past misdeeds and also its lip-service towards the community, despite ruling the state for 15 years. "This suits their narrative because they claim to represent the M.Y. (Muslim-Yadav) community. But those from the M.Y. community must ask themselves, during the 15 years of their rule, how many minority hostels were built? How many madrasas were brought under government recognition?" he asked. Union Minister Giriraj Singh took a sharp jibe at RJD's Waqf politics and said that the party, which portrayed itself as 'samaajwadi', has turned into 'namaazwadi'. 'Lalu Yadav gave birth to dynasty politics. While indulging in dynasty politics, Tejashwi started calling himself a socialist. In trying to become a socialist from a dynast, he has turned into a 'namaazwadi'," said the Union Minister. RJD was, however, quick to rebut the charges and claimed that the 'nervous' BJP was projecting it as a Hindu-Muslim issue to spread hatred. "Yesterday, when a strong voice was raised from Patna's Gandhi Maidan against the black law of the Waqf Amendment Bill, the BJP became anxious. Now, BJP leaders are preaching about Hindus, Muslims and spreading hatred. They need to be reminded that this country will not run on the agenda of hate-mongers. This country will run according to its own rules, laws, and Constitution," RJD spokesperson Mrityunjay Tiwari said. Pawan Khera, the Congress party's media and publicity department chairman, said that Congress and its allies opposed the amendments in the Waqf Act, but the government bulldozed through the legislation in the House. 'The Opposition voted against the amendments. 232 votes were against it, while 288 members supported it. We continue to oppose the Act and will keep speaking against it,' he said. Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi, reacting to the controversy, said, 'Whenever elections come, these people begin to lure the votes of a large section of the society through communal polarisation. Once again, they are playing gimmicks, aimed at creating communal polarisation and hatching a conspiracy to kidnap the votes of a large section of society by spreading fear and confusion in their minds. But, they will not succeed in this."
Indian Express
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Watch: Tejashwi Yadav ducks as drone crashes into podium at Waqf rally. What cops said
Rashtriya Janata Dal leader Tejashwi Yadav was forced to momentarily duck for cover on Sunday when a drone came crashing down onto his podium during a political rally in Patna's Gandhi Maidan. The incident unfolded mid-speech as the former deputy chief minister addressed a crowd gathered for the 'Save Waqf, Save Constitution' protest, organised in opposition to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill. Leaders from several opposition parties were present at the rally, many wearing black armbands to signal dissent against the legislation. The sudden drone crash sent a brief wave of panic across the stage, though Yadav quickly regained composure and continued his speech. Speaking to news agency PTI, Patna SP (Central), Diksha assured that the matter is under investigation. 'We are looking into the incident. It was a restricted area and such an object should not have landed there. The police team was busy managing the crowd when the rally was underway. But the matter will be definitely investigated thoroughly.' VIDEO | Patna: While addressing 'Waqf Bachao, Samvidhan Bachao Sammelan' at Gandhi Maidan, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav (@yadavtejashwi) narrowly escapes injury as a drone crashes into the podium. (Source: Third Party) (Full video available on PTI Videos – — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 29, 2025 NDA govt is 'on its way out' in Bihar, claims Yadav Using the platform to escalate political rhetoric, the RJD leader declared that the NDA government in Bihar was on its 'way out,' and vowed to repeal the controversial legislation if the Mahagathbandhan returns to power. The leader of the Opposition in the state assembly said, 'Our national president Lalu Prasad has made it clear that the RJD will oppose this law tooth and nail. Our MPs opposed it in both Houses of Parliament. We have also moved the court against the legislation.' 'I would also ask my Muslim brethren in Bihar to remember that the NDA government is on its way out. In November, a new pro-poor government will be installed in the state and it will consign the Waqf Act to the dustbin,' PTI quoted Yadav, who is all set to lead the INDIA bloc in the state Assembly polls which are due later this year. 'The BJP, which rules the Centre and shares power in the state, must be reminded that Independence was won by the virtue of sacrifices made by Hindus, Muslims, Sikhs and Christians alike and nobody should behave as if the country is his father's property (kisi ke baap ka desh nahin hai),' he added. 'Be on your guard against the Election Commission's bid to help the BJP by holding a special intensive revision of the voters' list. We have to fight it out and thwart any conspiracy to deprive people of their right to vote.'
Deccan Herald
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Deccan Herald
Tejashwi Yadav ducks as drone crashes into podium at Patna rally
The incident took place when the former deputy chief minister was addressing the 'Save Waqf, Save Constitution' rally at the historical Gandhi Maidan.
