Amit Shah accuses Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren of love jihad and land jihad pledges a white paper on demographics if BJP wins Jharkhand elections.
Ranchi, July 20 — Indian Home Minister Amit Shah has launched a fierce and detailed attack on Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, accusing him of engaging in “love jihad” and “land jihad” in the eastern state. Shah’s allegations came during a high-profile BJP event in Ranchi, where he criticized the policies of Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, claiming they have caused significant demographic and land imbalances in the state.
Amit Shah’s accusations focus on what he describes as a detrimental shift in the tribal demographic balance under Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren’s administration. Shah claimed that Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren has allowed illegal immigrants to exploit tribal lands through practices he terms “love jihad” and “land jihad.” “Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren’s policies have led to a situation where outsiders, under the guise of marriage, are gaining access to tribal land and resources. This so-called love jihad and land jihad are disturbing the demographic equilibrium in Jharkhand,” Shah said. According to Shah, these actions are contributing to a decline in the tribal population as outsiders marry tribal women to acquire land and other benefits.
Shah’s remarks were part of a broader BJP strategy to criticize the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) government, led by Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, ahead of the upcoming elections. He promised that if the BJP wins the state elections, they will introduce a comprehensive ‘White Paper’ on the state’s demographics. “The BJP is committed to reversing the damage done by Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren’s administration. We will release a white paper that will ensure the protection of tribal land, maintain demographic stability, and uphold reservations,” Shah declared. The white paper, according to Shah, will detail the BJP’s plan to address the issues of land and demographic changes that they attribute to the current administration.
In addition to demographic concerns, Shah also raised issues regarding employment under Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren’s governance. He alleged that the influx of illegal immigrants is adversely affecting job opportunities for local youth in Jharkhand. “The impact of land jihad and love jihad is not just about changing demographics; it is also about how these policies are leading to job losses for the youth of Jharkhand. Illegal immigrants are taking away employment opportunities that should be reserved for locals,” Shah stated. This argument is part of the BJP’s effort to highlight the alleged failings of the JMM government in managing local economic and employment issues.
Moreover, Shah’s critique extended to allegations of corruption within the JMM government. He accused the administration led by Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren of being plagued by corruption. “The JMM government under Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren is mired in corruption. Recent discoveries of large sums of money linked to Congress figures only underscore the corruption within the administration. Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren must be held accountable for these issues,” Shah added. This critique aims to undermine the credibility of the current government and rally support for the BJP’s alternative vision.
As Jharkhand gears up for its assembly elections in November-December, the political landscape is becoming increasingly charged. The BJP’s focus on Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren’s policies, including accusations of “love jihad,” “land jihad,” and corruption, is shaping the election discourse. The party’s strategy is to position itself as the defender of tribal rights and local employment, contrasting sharply with the incumbent government’s record.
The forthcoming elections are expected to be a pivotal moment for Jharkhand, with debates over governance, demographic changes, and economic issues taking center stage. The BJP’s campaign, emphasizing the alleged failures of Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren’s administration, aims to galvanize voters and secure a mandate for change.
(With inputs from agencies)
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