PTI | | Posted by Yamini C S
Karnataka Training Minister B C Nagesh’s remarks over permitting celebration of Ganesha Chathurthi competition in colleges within the state has drawn criticism from a piece of the Muslim group.
Addressing reporters right here on Wednesday, Nagesh mentioned, “There’s freedom to have fun Ganesha competition in colleges…” “We won’t say no to those that need to do it (have fun) for the primary time. That is solely a system to unite society. They’ll take our permission for it.”
Focusing on the Training Minister over his feedback, SDPI District Working Committee member, Umar Farukh mentioned the federal government is ‘biased.’ “When Hijab was not allowed inside academic establishments, why a Hindu competition is being permitted? Faith is a private problem,” he mentioned.
“When the Training Minister is permitting spiritual occasion of a specific group, then he’s duty-bound to permit others too,” he added.
Nevertheless, Wakf Board chairman Maulana Shafi Saadi on Thursday mentioned each religion must be taught in academic establishments. “The Training Minister has mentioned Ganesha competition will be organised in colleges. It’s a optimistic growth. It has been our long-pending stand. Whichever faculty or school, college students of all religion must be given a chance to unfold consciousness about their faith and customs, which is able to assist them develop morally,” Saadi mentioned.
The Maulvi pressured on the necessity for ethical training, saying immediately consumption of hashish, rowdyism and enmity amongst college students are points dominating the campus. “To place an finish to this, permit celebration of Ganesha competition and Islamic festivals in colleges,” Saadi urged. In the meantime, BJP MLA Ok S Eshwarappa mentioned these in search of permission for Islamic prayer in colleges will face difficulties. “Allow them to (Muslims) have fun their festivals at residence,” he mentioned.
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