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The political landscape in Karnataka is currently dominated by a simmering controversy involving the Waqf Board and its issuance of notices to farmers claiming their lands as Waqf properties. This issue has sparked widespread concern and anger among the affected farmers, leading to a chorus of voices demanding immediate action from the state government. Amidst this escalating situation, a group of Congress MLAs, primarily from the Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes (SC/ST), Vokkaliga, and Lingayat communities, have expressed their deep anxiety over the government's handling of the matter, urging the party's national president, Mallikarjun Kharge, to intervene and resolve the crisis.
The Congress MLAs, representing a significant segment of the state's electorate, believe that the government has stumbled in its response to the Waqf row, potentially jeopardizing the party's prospects in the upcoming elections. Their concern stems from the fear that the government's mishandling of the situation could alienate a substantial number of farmers, who constitute a vital vote bank. The MLAs argue that the government's approach has not been sensitive to the plight of the farmers and has failed to address their grievances effectively. They fear that the government's inaction could escalate into a major political issue, further damaging the Congress party's credibility in the state.
The controversy surrounding the Waqf notices has its roots in the recent actions of the Waqf Board, which has been accused of arbitrarily claiming ownership of lands belonging to farmers. The notices issued by the board have created a sense of panic and uncertainty among the affected farmers, who are now grappling with the possibility of losing their land. The issue has taken on a complex dimension, with accusations of corruption and misuse of power leveled against the Waqf Board. The Congress MLAs, who have been vocal in their criticism of the government's handling of the issue, are urging the party's national leadership to take immediate steps to address the concerns of the affected farmers and ensure that their rights are protected.
Source: Karnataka Waqf row: Worried Congress MLAs want Kharge to step in