Bihar: Fifth JD(U) leader resigns over party's support for Waqf Bill

ANI April 4, 2025 281 views

The Janata Dal (United) party is experiencing significant internal turmoil as five leaders resign in protest against the party's support for the Waqf Amendment Bill. These resignations, led by prominent Muslim community members, highlight deep dissatisfaction with the party's perceived departure from secular principles. The mass exodus comes at a critical time, especially with Bihar's assembly elections approaching. The resignations reflect growing tensions within the party and potential shifts in its political positioning.

"Millions of Indian Muslims like us had the firm belief that you are the flag bearer of purely secular ideology. But now this belief has been broken." - Mohammad Shahnawaz Malik
Patna, April 4: Nadeem Akhtar, another JD(U) leader resigned from the party making him the fifth member to leave over the party's support for the Waqf Amendment Bill.

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Fifth JD(U) leader resigns over Waqf Bill controversial support

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Muslim community leaders express deep disappointment with party stance

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Resignations signal potential political realignment in Bihar

His resignation follows that of four other leaders, including JD(U) leader Raju Nayyar, Tabrez Siddiqui Alig, Mohammad Shahnawaz Malik and Mohammed Kasim Ansari.

Earlier, JD(U) leader Raju Nayyar wrote in his resignation, "I resign from JD(U) after Waqf Amendment Bill is passed and supported in the Lok Sabha."

He went on to express his deep disappointment with the party, stating, "I am deeply hurt by the JD(U) voting in favour of this black law, which oppresses Muslims."

"I resign from the post of former state secretary of JD(U) youth and primary membership of the party. I request to send a letter to the Honorable CM Nitish Kumar and relieve me from all responsibilities," he added.

The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB) had urged all secular political parties, including BJP allies and MPs, to oppose the Waqf Amendment Bill.

In a letter addressed to JDU National President and Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, Tabrez Siddiqui Alig expressed deep disappointment, stating that the party had "betrayed the trust of the Muslim community."

While, in his letter, Mohammad Shahnawaz Malik wrote, "Millions of Indian Muslims like us had the firm belief that you are the flag bearer of purely secular ideology. But now this belief has been broken."

Mohammed Kasim Ansari stated that he was resigning as the party's stance on the Waqf Amendment Bill had "deeply hurt" millions of Muslims.

The resignations comes at a critical time for JDU, as Bihar gears up for the assembly elections.

The Parliament passed the Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 in the early hours of Friday after a marathon and heated debate. Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar said, "Ayes 128 and Noes 95, Absent zero. The Bill is passed." The Mussalman Wakf (Repeal) Bill, 2024, has also been passed in the Parliament.

Comments:

Rahul K. 2h ago

This is a big setback for JD(U) before elections. Nitish Kumar needs to address these resignations quickly or risk losing Muslim votes. 🧐

Priya M. 45m ago

Respect to these leaders for standing by their principles. It's rare to see politicians resign over ideology these days.

Amit S. 1h ago

While I understand their concerns, resigning en masse weakens the party's position. Couldn't they have tried internal discussions first? The timing seems political.

Fatima Z. 30m ago

As a Muslim, I appreciate these leaders speaking up. The bill does feel one-sided. Hope other parties take note of this backlash. 🤲

Vikram P. 1h ago

Interesting development! Bihar politics just got more unpredictable. Will this help RJD gain ground? The election math just changed...

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