Naxalism growing due to govt's neglect of adivasis: Pejawar Shree

March 10, 2011

Belthangady, March 10: The failure of government to distribute title deeds for Adivasis living in Kudremukh National Park and the negligence of the people towards their problem has resulted in the exacerbation of Naxalism in this part of the state according to chief pontiff of Pejawar Mutt Sri Vishvesha Theertha Swamiji.

He was speaking after visiting Naydaguri area in Sulkeri near Belthangady on Wednesday, where houses of adivasis were demolished by revenue department recently.

Addressing the media persons the octogenarian Swamiji demanded an appropriate action against those, who demolished the houses belonging to aborigines.

Expressing concern over the problems faced by the adivasis, the religious leader turned activist said that he will exert pressure on the government and district administration to take immediate measures to distribute title deeds to the evacuated adivasis and make all necessary arrangements to lead a peaceful life.

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DK MP demands CBI probe into Waqf property embezzlement, says Cong exploited Muslims for 75 years

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November 3,2024

Mangaluru: Dakshina Kannada MP Capt. Brijesh Chowta has called for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the alleged embezzlement of Waqf properties. This demand follows findings from the Anwar Manippady committee's report, which reveals that while 54,000 acres of land are registered with the Waqf Board, approximately 29,000 acres have been misappropriated.

Capt. Chowta emphasized the need for a thorough investigation, stating, “A comprehensive probe should be conducted based on this report. Those who have illegally encroached on these properties must be held accountable.”

He challenged the Congress party, suggesting that if they genuinely care for the Muslim community and underprivileged women, their members should actively participate in the Joint Parliamentary Committee discussing the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024. This participation is essential to ensure that Waqf properties are used effectively for community welfare.

The MP criticized the notices served to farmers in Honvada village, Vijayapura, which stated that nearly 1,200 acres of their ancestral land was being reassigned to the Waqf Board. He expressed that this issue arose while the NDA government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is working on amendments to the Waqf Act. He accused the Congress-led state government, particularly Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan, of trying to enforce outdated 50-year-old notifications about Waqf properties. After the farmers raised concerns, Minister M. B. Patil clarified that the confusion was due to an error in the gazette.

Chowta alleged that Congress members in the Joint Parliamentary Committee are obstructing proceedings and causing disruptions. He expressed suspicion that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah might have instructed Minister Zameer Ahmed Khan to implement these outdated notifications regarding Waqf properties. As a result, he demanded the Minister's resignation.

He accused the Congress party of exploiting Muslim voters for the past 75 years without making substantial efforts for their welfare. Furthermore, he highlighted that the BJP is launching a campaign against land jihad, pointing out that the Waqf Board controls one of the largest land banks after the Defence and Railways sectors. Finally, he urged citizens to check the revenue records (RTC) of their land ownership to verify its status.

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