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AIMIM Sparks Controversy: Alleges Discrimination Against Kanwariyas, Calls Them 'Drunkards'

एआईएमआईएम की कांवड़ियों पर टिप्पणी से मचा बवाल, नशेड़ी कहने पर बढ़ा विवाद

एआयएमआयएमचा कावंडियांना 'नशेकडी' म्हणण्यावरून वाद, भेदभावाचे आरोप

এআইএমআইএম-এর কাওয়াড়ীদের 'মদ্যপ' বলায় বিতর্ক, বৈষম্যের অভিযোগ

AIMIM காவிரியர்களை 'குடிகாரர்கள்' என்று அழைத்ததால் சர்ச்சை, பாகுபாடு குற்றச்சாட்டு

AIMIM కావారియాలను 'తాగుబోతులు' అనడంతో వివాదం, వివక్ష ఆరోపణలు

AIMIM દ્વારા કાંવડિયાઓને 'નશામાં ધૂત' કહેવા પર વિવાદ, ભેદભાવના આરોપો

AIMIM ਕਾਂਵੜੀਆਂ ਨੂੰ 'ਸ਼ਰਾਬੀ' ਕਹਿਣ 'ਤੇ ਵਿਵਾਦ, ਵਿਤਕਰੇ ਦੇ ਦੋਸ਼

By AI News Desk 🕐 30 July 2026, 01:41 PM 🌍 World
AIMIM Row: Owaisi's Party Calls Kanwariyas 'Drunkards', Sparks Uproar

A significant controversy has erupted following statements made by the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM), a political party led by Asaduddin Owaisi. The party's spokesperson, Shadab Chauhan, has accused authorities of discriminating against Kanwariyas, a group of Hindu devotees undertaking the annual Kanwar Yatra, by labeling them as 'drunkards' and alleging a double standard in law enforcement.

Allegations of Discrimination

Chauhan, speaking on behalf of AIMIM, has claimed that the police often turn a blind eye to Kanwariyas who are seen consuming alcohol or behaving in an inebriated state during the pilgrimage. He further alleged that similar leniency is not extended to members of the Muslim community during their religious practices, such as Namaz. This has led to accusations of bias and unfair treatment from the party.

'Drunkards' Remark Ignites Firestorm

The most contentious part of AIMIM's statement has been the alleged labeling of Kanwariyas as 'drunkards'. This remark has been met with widespread condemnation from various sections of society, including religious leaders and political opponents. Critics argue that such generalizations are not only disrespectful to the devout pilgrims but also serve to communalize a religious festival. The Kanwar Yatra is a significant pilgrimage for Shiva devotees, involving arduous journeys, and the party's statement is seen by many as an attempt to incite religious disharmony.

Demand for Action and Reactions

AIMIM's stance has intensified the debate on religious practices and law enforcement in India. While the party maintains its position, alleging differential treatment, the controversy is expected to have political ramifications, especially as it comes during a sensitive period. The ruling party and various Hindu organizations have strongly denounced Chauhan's remarks, demanding an apology and calling for strict action against AIMIM for its provocative statements. The ongoing debate highlights the deep-seated issues of religious tolerance and secularism in the country.

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