Owaisi Condemns State-Sponsored Communalism in Madhya Pradesh House Demolition

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi denounced the demolition of Shahzad Ali's house in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district, terming it 'state-sponsored communalism.' The incident followed violent protests against anti-Islam remarks by Hindu seer Ramgiri Maharaj. Owaisi criticized both the stone-pelting and the lack of due process in demolishing Ali's house.

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Saturday condemned the demolition of Shahzad Ali's house in Madhya Pradesh's Chhatarpur district, labeling it as 'state-sponsored communalism.'

The incident occurred a day after violent protests erupted over anti-Islam remarks allegedly made by Hindu seer Ramgiri Maharaj. The protests led to stone-pelting and vehicle damage, injuring several policemen.

Owaisi, while condemning the violence, questioned the legal basis for the house demolition and accused local authorities of not following due process. He also criticized PM Modi and the BJP for disrespecting constitutional values.

(With inputs from agencies.)