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BJP Demands Apology from Karnataka Congress Over Minister’s Islam Remark, Calls It ‘Anti‑Hindu Mindset’
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🗓 30 Aug 2026, 10:36 PM
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The Bharatiya Janata Party criticised a Karnataka Congress minister’s comment on Islam, labeling it anti‑Hindu and demanding a formal apology from the party.
New Delhi – Senior BJP leaders publicly rebuked a Karnataka Congress minister after the latter made a remark about Islam that the ruling party described as reflecting an “anti‑Hindu mindset.” The BJP issued a statement demanding an immediate apology from the Karnataka unit of the Congress, saying the comment undermines communal harmony and disrespects Hindu sentiment.
The party’s spokesperson added that such statements are unacceptable in a secular democracy and urged the opposition to refrain from language that could inflame religious sensitivities. The demand for an apology was framed as a matter of principle, with the BJP insisting that any political discourse must respect all faiths.
Congress officials have not yet issued a formal response, but sources indicate that internal discussions are underway to address the BJP’s grievance. The controversy has sparked a brief flare‑up in Karnataka’s already charged political environment, with both parties vowing to uphold communal peace.
Analysts note that the incident highlights the growing sensitivity around religious remarks in Indian politics, especially in states like Karnataka where communal issues often intersect with electoral strategies.
The party’s spokesperson added that such statements are unacceptable in a secular democracy and urged the opposition to refrain from language that could inflame religious sensitivities. The demand for an apology was framed as a matter of principle, with the BJP insisting that any political discourse must respect all faiths.
Congress officials have not yet issued a formal response, but sources indicate that internal discussions are underway to address the BJP’s grievance. The controversy has sparked a brief flare‑up in Karnataka’s already charged political environment, with both parties vowing to uphold communal peace.
Analysts note that the incident highlights the growing sensitivity around religious remarks in Indian politics, especially in states like Karnataka where communal issues often intersect with electoral strategies.