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Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Defends Wearing Cap During By-Election Campaign Amidst BJP Criticism
Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy is facing criticism from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) regarding his decision to wear a cap during campaigning for the Jubilee Hills assembly by-election. Accusations of Muslim appeasement have surfaced following the incident.
Reddy defended his actions, stating that he respects all religions and traditions. He countered the criticism by pointing out that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also worn a cap in the past. “Narendra Modi Ji wore a cap. I will send the photo,” Reddy said, challenging Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar to clarify Modi’s stance on the issue.
Reddy further criticized the BJP’s stance on minorities, stating, “If BJP leaders believe that Muslim minorities should not live in the country, it is the poverty of their thoughts. Bandi Sanjay’s thinking is flawed. I will send them information about BJP leaders wearing caps.” He emphasized the importance of respecting the traditions of any religious site one visits.
Addressing allegations of Muslim appeasement following his statement that “Congress means Muslim and Muslim means Congress,” Reddy clarified that he had referred to Hindus and Muslims as the two eyes of the Congress party. He asserted that the Congress Party considers all religions and the entire 1.4 billion population of India equally. He also cited the historical inclusion of minorities in positions of power during Congress rule, highlighting figures like former President Zakir Hussain and Salman Khurshid.
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