Muslims demand justice, not appeasement: U Nisar Ahmed
Bengaluru: Retired IPS officer U Nisar Ahmed has called upon the new state government to develop both short-term and long-term plans to gain the trust of the Muslim community. Ahmed emphasized that Muslims should not be appeased but instead granted their rightful rights and justice. Speaking exclusively to Varthabharati, Ahmed highlighted several crucial steps that the new Congress government should take for the overall development of Muslims.
According to Ahmed, the secular party was elected to power because Muslims voted rationally, and the Congress party's election manifesto promised justice for all. He urged the new government to rectify the wrong decisions made by the previous administration as a priority. Specifically, Ahmed demanded the reinstatement of the reservation granted to Muslims under Category 2 'B' and the lifting of the ban on hijab in educational institutions.
Furthermore, Ahmed called for suitable amendments to the National Education Policy, the revival and strengthening of schemes and programs for minority welfare, and immediate intervention to protect innocent individuals who have been falsely accused and arrested.
Expressing his dissatisfaction with the appointment of politicians as chairpersons and members of various minority-focused commissions and boards, Ahmed advocated for the appointment of experienced professionals, retired IAS, and IPS officers to these positions. He argued that the community would benefit greatly from their expertise.
Ahmed emphasized the urgent need for Muslim representation in key institutions such as the State Human Rights Commission, State Information Commission, and State Public Service Commission. He also stressed the importance of expediting the issuance of caste certificates to Muslims, warning officials who intentionally cause delays of possible suspension.
Another concern raised by Ahmed was the delay in issuing OBC certificates to Muslims, which hampers their job opportunities in central government positions. He urged authorities to verify eligible candidates promptly and issue the necessary certificates, emphasizing the need for strict instructions to prevent indifference in such cases.
Addressing the misuse of waqf properties, Ahmed proposed that the revenue department should register ownership rights of gazetted Waqf properties under the Wakf Board's name. He also called for cooperation between the police, revenue department, and the Waqf Board to reclaim encroached waqf properties.
In terms of educational and social initiatives, Ahmed suggested the allocation of government land to Muslim-owned institutions and utilizing the Haj Bhawan for coaching programs aimed at preparing Muslim youth for various competitive exams.
Regarding recruitment in government departments, Ahmed recommended prioritizing the appointment of honest and efficient officers from minority and backward classes, especially in crucial departments like the police and revenue departments. He also stressed the importance of considering Muslims for chairperson and member positions in the numerous corporations and boards under the government.
For example, the State Housing Board, Slum Development Board, Bangalore Development Authority, BMRDA, KIADB, KSIIDC, KSTDC, KSTDC, KSFC, MML, BMTC, Food Civil Supplies Corporation, Forest Development Corporation, Pollution Control Board, KPTCL etc.
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2nd WODI: Jemimah's maiden ton sets up 116-run win and seals series for India
Rajkot, Jan 12: India, riding on Jemimah Rodrigues' maiden century in 50-over cricket, defeated Ireland by 116 runs in the second Women's ODI to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series here on Sunday.
Opting to bat, India amassed a mammoth 370 for 5 with skipper Smriti Mandhana (73), newcomer Pratika Rawal (67) and Harleen Deol (89) smashing half-centuries, while Jemimah cracked a 91-ball 102 against hapless Ireland bowlers.
In reply, Ireland keeper-batter Christina Coulter Reilly scored a fine 80 but her efforts were not enough with India spinner Deepti Sharma grabbing three wickets for 37 runs. Priya Mishra was the other successful India bowler taking two wickets.
Brief Scores:
India 370 for 5 in 50 overs (Smriti Mandhana 73, Pratika Rawal 67, Harleen Deol 89, Jemimah Rodrigues 102; Orla Prendergast 2/75).
Ireland 254 for 7 in 50 overs (Sarah Forbes 38, Christina Coulter Reilly 80, Laura Delany 37; Deepti Sharma 3/37, Priya Mishra 2/53).
