Mumbai, February 5: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered an investigation into the funding of madrasahs across the state. This directive has drawn sharp criticism from Maharashtra Congress leader Hussain Dalwai. He stated that if the investigation into foreign funding of madrasahs is necessary, then similar scrutiny should be applied to the RSS and other temples first.
Dalwai emphasized that children attending madrasahs typically come from impoverished families. He highlighted the positive practice among Muslims of helping the less fortunate, especially during festivals like Eid, where they organize celebrations for poor children in their villages. This, he argued, is beneficial for society.
In response to the investigation order, Dalwai questioned why only madrasahs are being targeted. He pointed out that large temples and the RSS also receive significant foreign funding. “Why is there a focus solely on madrasahs? This is entirely unjust,” he remarked, suggesting that Muslims are being deliberately harassed. He accused certain political parties of creating an anti-Muslim atmosphere to provoke Hindu voters for electoral gain.
Dalwai also addressed the lack of development in Uttar Pradesh, stating that if opportunities were available, poor individuals would not need to migrate to other states for work. He noted that many laborers are coming to Maharashtra to work long hours for low wages due to a lack of job opportunities in their home state.
On the issues of love jihad and religious conversion, Dalwai asserted that marriage and religious practices are personal choices. He condemned forced conversions, stating that if love is genuine, religion should not be an issue. Such matters are often politicized for electoral purposes, he claimed.
Regarding the recent altercation between Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Union Minister Ravneet Bittu, Dalwai criticized labeling Gandhi as an enemy of the nation. He argued that the real adversary is the BJP, urging people to examine whose policies and agreements are detrimental to farmers. He pointed out that recent agreements with the United States have adversely affected farmers’ produce and livelihoods.
Dalwai also questioned the relationship between Prime Minister Modi and former President Trump, asking why Modi seems to acquiesce to Trump’s demands, which he believes is not in the public’s best interest. He raised concerns about tax and tariff implications for local products and farmers.
In conclusion, Dalwai asserted that these actions are politically motivated, aimed at creating a divisive atmosphere. Targeting madrasahs, harassing Muslims, and raising religious issues are all strategies for vote bank Politics.