According to Amit Shah, the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) is specifically designed to grant citizenship to individuals who have fled persecution in Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh. He emphasized that the law is not intended to revoke anyone’s Indian citizenship.
Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister, emphasized that the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) aims to grant citizenship to individuals fleeing persecution in Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh, not to revoke anyone’s Indian citizenship. He expressed confidence that the BJP would secure 370 seats and the NDA over 400 seats in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, ensuring a third consecutive term under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership.
Shah affirmed that the outcome of the elections is apparent, with even opposition parties recognizing the likelihood of another term for the BJP-led government. He highlighted the BJP’s stance on inclusive politics, hinting at potential collaborations with regional parties like the Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) and Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) within the NDA.
Regarding the Bharat Jodo Yatra led by Rahul Gandhi, Shah questioned its legitimacy, citing the Congress’s historical role in India’s partition in 1947. He defended the timing of the government’s white paper, asserting the need for transparency regarding the state of the economy inherited from the previous UPA government.
Shah reiterated the BJP’s commitment to building the Ram temple in Ayodhya and implementing the CAA before the Lok Sabha polls, emphasizing its purpose to provide refuge to persecuted minorities. He also addressed the issue of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), underscoring its importance for secular governance and social reform.
The home minister’s statements reflect the BJP’s strategic vision and commitment to key legislative agendas, ensuring transparency and progress in governance.
