Srinagar, April 7 : The rejection of the motion on the controversial Waqf Bill in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly has sparked a political storm, with former Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti accusing the government of surrendering to the BJP’s “anti-Muslim agenda.”
Despite enjoying a decisive mandate, the ruling administration reportedly refused to even allow a debate on the bill, prompting sharp criticism from opposition leaders. Mufti called the move a “profoundly disappointing” betrayal of public trust in the region, which remains the only Muslim-majority territory in India.
“The government claims to be people-centric, yet it lacks the courage to discuss a bill that directly impacts the community,” said Mufti, taking to X (formerly Twitter). She also pointed to Tamil Nadu’s firm stance against the Waqf Bill as an example of true leadership, urging the National Conference (NC) and others in the J&K political sphere to take a bolder stand.
The controversy underscores growing concerns among regional parties and minority communities over what they perceive as systematic marginalization under the guise of legislative reform.(PTK)
