Yediyurappa hints at more stringent measures to curb COVID in state, says it’s inevitable
Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa on Friday hinted that his government may undertake stringent measures to curb the steep rise in the number of COVID-19 cases. He said it has become necessary to take further measures amidst the growing number of cases.
He was talking to reporters after visiting and offering prayers at the Annamma temple in the city on Friday.
The CM added that he will chair meetings with officials over Friday and Saturday to decide on the further course of action to curb the spread of COVID-19 in the state.
“People do not follow COVID curfew. They do not take our warnings seriously. If they do not follow the guidelines we will be forced to take strict measures like complete lockdown” he said.
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DMK to challenge Waqf (Amendment) Bill in Supreme Court
Chennai: Tamil Nadu’s ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has announced its decision to challenge the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in the Supreme Court. The Bill was passed in the Lok Sabha early Thursday morning with a 288-232 vote despite strong opposition from several parties.
Chief Minister M K Stalin, addressing the Tamil Nadu Assembly while wearing a black ribbon in protest, condemned the passage of the Bill, calling it an attack on the Constitution and an attempt to disturb communal harmony. He reiterated that Tamil Nadu would fight against the BJP-led Union government on the issue of Waqf properties.
“A majority of political parties opposed the Bill, yet it was pushed through with support from some alliance partners. This move is condemnable. The DMK will challenge it in the Supreme Court,” Stalin said.
On March 27, the Tamil Nadu Assembly had passed a resolution against the Bill. Stalin had then accused the BJP government of introducing policies aimed at excluding certain communities, citing the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) as an example.
“The Waqf (Amendment) Bill is another attempt by the Union Government to interfere in the religious administration of Muslims. It grants greater control to the government over Waqf properties, undermining their autonomy and violating fundamental rights,” he said.
Stalin further accused the BJP of pushing a divisive agenda, asserting that the Bill would create legal hurdles for Waqf institutions and strip them of their autonomy.
