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Leader of Opposition in Odisha assembly Naveen Patnaik has asserted that his party, the BJD, would “strongly oppose” the Waqf (Amendment) Bill if it is tabled in Parliament.
Patnaik, addressing the concluding session of the BJD Minority Cell meeting at ‘Sankha Bhawan’. He said that the state is known for harmony, brotherhood and peace.
The BJD will strongly oppose the bill if it is tabled in Parliament,” the five-time former chief minister said.
The contentious Waqf (Amendment) Bill seeks to reform the registration process for Waqf properties through a centralised portal. It has been referred to a joint parliamentary panel.
“We are proud of our cultural diversity. Cooperation of everyone is required to build a prosperous country,” Patnaik said.
Patnaik also claimed that he has been meeting people from minority communities every day, and they have expressed a “sense of insecurity”.
Naveen’s statement marks significant turn- around in the BJD- BJP ties after the assembly polls 2024 results . BJD had in the past supported the Modi government on all major issues .
