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Congress Criticizes Timing of CAA Rules Notification, Mamata Banerjee Labels it BJP's "Publicity for Elections"
Published On : 2024-03-12T12:02:49+0530 [ IST ] |
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The Congress party and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee have voiced criticism against the Modi government's decision to notify the rules for the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), alleging political motives behind the timing.
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh emphasized the prolonged delay in notifying the rules, suggesting that the timing of the government's move is aimed at influencing elections, particularly in West Bengal and Assam. Ramesh also linked the timing to the recent Supreme Court verdict on the electoral bonds case, insinuating an attempt to manage headlines.
Mamata Banerjee echoed similar sentiments, dismissing the notification as BJP's "publicity for elections." She expressed readiness to challenge any rules that may deprive people of their rights, indicating skepticism towards the government's intentions.
In response to Mamata Banerjee's remarks, Union Minister for Tribal Affairs Arjun Munda refrained from engaging in political debates but reiterated the government's commitment to national interests. He emphasized the government's determination to prioritize actions beneficial to the country.
The Ministry of Home Affairs announced the imminent notification of the CAA rules, outlining their purpose to enable eligible individuals to apply for Indian citizenship online. This announcement precedes the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, scheduled for April-May, raising speculation about its potential electoral impact.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah had previously pledged the implementation of the CAA before the Lok Sabha elections, reaffirming the government's stance on the issue.
The CAA, passed in December 2019, facilitates Indian citizenship for persecuted religious minorities from Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh, excluding Muslims, if they meet specified criteria.
The political discourse surrounding the timing of the CAA rules notification reflects ongoing tensions and debates surrounding the controversial legislation and its implications for citizenship and electoral politics in India.
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Summary : The Congress party and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee have criticized the Modi government's timing of notifying the rules for the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), alleging it aims to polarize elections, especially in West Bengal and Assam. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh highlighted the prolonged delay in notifying the rules and suggested political motives behind the timing, coinciding with the Supreme Court's electoral bonds case verdict and ahead of the Lok Sabha elections. Mamata Banerjee expressed skepticism, calling it BJP's "publicity for elections" and vowed to fight against any rules depriving people of their rights. Union Minister Arjun Munda defended the government's actions, emphasizing its commitment to national interests.
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