West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has firmly opposed the Waqf Amendment Bill recently approved by the Lok Sabha. She has vowed to revoke the bill once the BJP-led regime is no longer in power. Speaking at a press conference, Banerjee criticized the BJP, alleging that the bill is a divisive tactic aimed at splitting the nation. The bill managed to secure 288 votes in favor while facing 232 votes against it. Banerjee’s stance on the bill reflects the ongoing political tensions in India, particularly between the ruling BJP and opposition parties like her Trinamool Congress. The rejection of the Waqf Amendment Bill adds to the list of contentious issues that have fueled debates and disagreements within the country’s political landscape.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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