‘Muslims are safe if Hindus are safe’ says UP CM Adityanath
Uttar Pradesh: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has stated that people of all religions are secure in the state, emphasizing that the safety of Muslims is linked to the well-being of Hindus. In an interview with ANI, he said, “A Muslim family is the safest among 100 Hindu families. They will have the freedom to practise all religious customs. But can 50 Hindus be safe among 100 Muslim families? No. Bangladesh is an example. Before this, Pakistan was an example. What happened in Afghanistan? If there is smoke or someone is being hit, we should be careful before we get hit. That is what needs to be taken care of.”
He said that since the BJP government took office in 2017, communal riots in Uttar Pradesh have ceased. He argued that prior to 2017, incidents of violence affected both Hindus and Muslims, but with stricter law enforcement, such disturbances have been prevented.
Adityanath described himself as a “Yogi who wishes for everyone's happiness” and reiterated his belief in inclusive development. He also spoke about Sanatan Dharma, stating that it is the most ancient religion and has never sought to convert others by force.
On political matters, he criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, referring to him as a “specimen” whose actions ultimately benefit the BJP. He also accused the Congress of prolonging the Ayodhya dispute and not taking initiatives like banning triple talaq or promoting Hindu religious events.
Regarding disputes over religious sites, Adityanath asserted that historical evidence supports claims of temple destruction and that efforts to restore temples will continue based on findings. On the Mathura mosque case, he stated, “We are abiding by the court's decision; otherwise, who knows what could have happened by now?”
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KSRTC to run 1000 special services to clear Christmas rush
Bengaluru: The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation will operate 1000 additional special services in view of the Christmas festival.
In addition to the existing schedule, the special services will run on 19.12.2025, 20.12.2025 and 24.12.2025. Further, special buses will be operated from various places of intra & Interstate places to Bengaluru on 26.12.2025 & 28.12.2025.
Special buses will be exclusively operated from Bengaluru Kempegowda Bus Station to Dharmastala, Kukkesubramanya, Shivamogga, Hassan, Mangaluru, Kundapura, Shringeri, Horanadu, Davangere, Hubbali, Dharwad, Belagavi, Vijayapura, Gokarna, Sirsi, Karwar, Raichur, Kalaburagi, Ballari, Koppala, Yadgir, Bidar, Tirupathi, Vijayawada, Hyderabad and other places.
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Special buses from Mysuru Road Bus Station will be exclusively operated towards Mysuru, Hunsur, Piriyapatna, Virajpet, Kushalanagar, Madikeri.
The corporation has also announced a discount of 5 per cent on the fare if four or more passengers book tickets under a single reservation. A discount of 10 per cent will be extended on return journey tickets if onward and return tickets are booked simultaneously.
In addition to the above, special buses will be operated from all Taluk/District Bus Stands in the jurisdiction of KSRTC based on the traffic needs.
