Prime Minister Narendra Modi sharply criticized the Congress party during a rally in Hisar, questioning why it has never appointed a Muslim as its president despite its claims of supporting the community.

Addressing “vote-bank-hungry politicians,” Modi accused Congress of amending Waqf laws in 2013 for electoral gains, alleging it prioritized appeasement over constitutional values. He argued that the Waqf Board’s original purpose—to uplift marginalized Muslims, especially women—was undermined, leaving many in poverty, engaged in menial jobs like “fixing punctures.”

Modi challenged Congress’s sincerity, asking, “If they truly had empathy for Muslims, why not give 50 percent of their election tickets to Muslims?”

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He claimed the party uses Muslim issues rhetorically but avoids meaningful representation, contrasting this with the BJP’s focus on inclusive development. The remarks come amid debates over Waqf law reforms, with Modi defending changes as a step toward transparency and justice, accusing Congress of altering rules to favor its vote bank at the expense of Baba Saheb Ambedkar’s Constitution.

The comments have sparked polarized reactions. Supporters view it as a bold call-out of Congress’s alleged hypocrisy, while critics argue it fuels divisive narratives. Congress has yet to respond officially, but the issue underscores ongoing tensions over minority representation and political strategy in India.

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