Dynamite News Waqf Bill: JDU leader left the party in protest against Waqf Bill, Qasim Ansari resigns
JD(U) leader Kasim Ansari resigned protesting the Waqf Amendment Bill, exposing tensions in Nitish Kumar's party. The bill, passed by Lok Sabha, faces opposition for allegedly undermining Waqf autonomy. Read more at Dynamite News
Bihar: The political heat in Delhi has intensified as the controversial Waqf Amendment Bill triggers fresh turmoil within the NDA alliance. In a major blow to Bihar's ruling Janata Dal (United), senior leader Kasim Ansari has resigned from the party, protesting against the bill—raising serious questions about a growing rift in Nitish Kumar’s camp.
According to Dynamite News, Kasim Ansari, a prominent JD(U) leader from Bihar who has contested elections on the party’s ticket, resigned just hours before the bill was tabled in the Rajya Sabha. His sudden exit hints at deeper discontent within JD(U), and political circles are buzzing with speculation that more leaders may follow suit.
The Waqf Amendment Bill, already passed by the Lok Sabha, proposes major changes in the management of Waqf properties across India. While the government claims it will bring transparency and prevent illegal encroachments, critics—including opposition parties and Muslim organizations—argue that it undermines the autonomy of Waqf boards and could lead to undue government interference.
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Ansari’s resignation exposes growing unease within JD(U), a key BJP ally. Given Bihar’s delicate caste and minority equations, Nitish Kumar’s silence on the issue is being seen as a cautious move. If more JD(U) leaders revolt, it could erode the party’s Muslim support base—a critical voter bloc for Nitish.
The Congress, AIMIM, and other opposition parties have slammed the bill as "anti-minority", accusing the BJP of overreach. With Ansari’s exit, pressure is mounting on JD(U) to take a clear stand. Will Nitish side with the NDA or risk alienating his core voters?
As the Rajya Sabha debates the bill, all eyes are on JD(U)’s next move. Will Nitish Kumar manage to control the rebellion, or is this the start of a bigger crisis? One thing is certain—the Waqf bill is no longer just about reforms; it’s now a test of BJP’s alliance stability.
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