National Conference Demands Immediate Dismissal of Waqf-e-Jadid Board Vice-Chairman

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Tanvir Sadiq, the National Conference Chief Spokesperson, has expressed outrage over the recent violence at the Hazratbal shrine in Srinagar, calling for the immediate dismissal of the Vice-Chairman of the Waqf-e-Jadid Board. Sadiq stated that the incident was unfortunate and unacceptable, as it hurt religious sentiments and was in blatant violation of the law. He also criticized the Vice-Chairman's actions, saying that threatening people with FIRs and PSA was wrong and should be condemned. Sadiq further emphasized that using the national emblem on a foundation stone at a religious place was an improper use, as per the State Emblem Act, 2005.

Key Takeaways:

  • The National Conference demands the immediate dismissal of the Vice-Chairman of the Waqf-e-Jadid Board, following the recent violence at the Hazratbal shrine.
  • Sadiq criticized the Vice-Chairman's actions, stating that they hurt religious sentiments and were in violation of the law.
  • The State Emblem Act, 2005, clearly prohibits using the national emblem for religious purposes without explicit government permission.
  • MLAs of the National Conference have demanded action under the law and requested the formation of a House Committee to investigate irregularities in the Waqf Board.
  • Transparency must be ensured in the tendering process, with all tenders and donations to be investigated.
  • A PIL filed in the Orissa High Court on December 7, 2024, had mentioned that misuse of the emblem violated the law and should be punished.
  • The National Conference has called for justice and has urged the Central Board and the Lieutenant Governor to take action against the Vice-Chairman.
  • Sadiq emphasized the importance of not labeling Kashmiris as terrorists and demanded that the Vice-Chairman apologize for breaking the sanctity of a religious place.

Statistics:

  • December 7, 2024: The date on which a PIL was filed in the Orissa High Court against the misuse of the national emblem.

Sources:

  • (KNS) Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Kashmir News Service.