Yogi Adityanath on Communal Harmony: ‘Muslims in UP Are Safest Among 100 Hindu Families

Yogi Adityanath on Communal Harmony in Uttar Pradesh: ‘Muslims Are Safest Among 100 Hindu Families’, BJP’s Stand on Waqf Properties, and Freedom of Expression

Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, restated that the state ensures safety for all religious communities, adding that safety for the Hindus guarantees safety for the Muslims as well. In an exclusive interview with ANI, he stated that he wished all to be happy as a Yogi and that Hindus are historically tolerant.

“Among the hundred Hindu families, the one Muslim family shall live the safest. They will practice every religious belief under the sun. But will 50 Hindus be safe among 100 Muslim families? No. Bangladesh is an example,” said the CM, comparing with the international scenario. He also cited historical examples of Pakistan and Afghanistan, exhorting the need for vigilance to sustain communal harmony.

Adityanath mentioned how, in 2017, Uttar Pradesh has changed, as rioting is largely a thing of the past under his government. These riots, stated Adityanath, destroyed properties belonging to Hindus and Muslims before 2017, while the peace restoration was done by strict law-and-order measures taken under his government: “Hindus are safe and so therefore Muslims. Riots were common before 2017, while properties belonging to both communities were being destroyed; but this stopped now,” asserts he.

BJP and Waqf Properties: Yogi Adityanath’s Stand

In response to a question regarding allegations concerning the BJP’s agenda with regard to Masjids and Waqf properties, Adityanath dismissed the charges that the party intends to seize control of said properties. “What will the BJP do by taking over Masjids? This is misinformation spread by the Opposition. How much land has actually been utilized for community welfare in the name of Waqf?” he asked. Further, he alleged that on several occasions the Waqf properties were used for personal interests. According to Adityanath, many of these properties have been sold multiple times to different buyers, leading to disputes. “These properties have been exploited for personal gains. Many have been sold multiple times, causing legal conflicts,” he said.

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The Chief Minister reiterated that the main agenda of the BJP is to save Waqf properties from encroachment so that they are properly utilized for the benefit of the Muslim community. He voiced support for the Waqf Amendment, necessary for the benefit of national and communal interests. “The JPC has emphasized the importance of the Waqf Amendment. It is essential for both the country’s progress and the benefit of Muslims,” he added.

Yogi Adityanath on Kunal Kamra Controversy

Commenting on the controversy regarding the remarks made by the comic Kunal Kamra against Maharashtra’s Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, Adityanath has decided that freedom of expression must come with a certain measure of responsibility. He added that nobody should impose his freedom on others.

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“Freedom of expression exists within the framework of law and constitutional values. It should not be misused to attack individuals,” he articulated.

He condemned those who use freedom of speech to divide society and called for legal action against them: “Some people have turned individual freedom into a tool for dividing the country. The law must act against those who incite division.”

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