Ulema Express Dismay Over Congress' By-Election Decisions in Karnataka
Karnataka's Ulema expressed dissatisfaction over political developments in the Davanagere Assembly by-election. Their concerns included the removal of MLC Naseer Ahmed and the lack of minority representation. They met Congress leaders, urging for a minority candidate. However, the selection of Samarth Shamanur caused frustration among the Muslim community.
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The representative body of Ulema in Karnataka has voiced its dissatisfaction with the recent political maneuvers surrounding the Davanagere Assembly by-election, particularly the representation of the minority community.
This reaction follows the removal of Naseer Ahmed from his role as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's political secretary and the expulsion of another MLC, Abdul Jabbar, from the party. The Congress party fielded Samarth Shamanur, which did not align with demands from the substantial Muslim population in Davanagere South. The Ulema had pleaded for a minority candidate, a request that went unheard.
The Ulema met with key Congress figures, hoping for change, but felt ignored by the selection of Shamanur. Additionally, longstanding issues like Muslim reservation and the hijab issue remain unresolved, leading to increased frustration and disappointment within the community.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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