The BJP has raised concerns with the Election Commission about verifying voters wearing burqas, sparking a debate. AIMIM leader Owaisi criticized BJP's move, while BJP spokesperson Yaser Jilani emphasized the importance of showing identification during voting. The issue has led to a clash of opinions between political parties, with BJP candidate Madhavi Latha defending the verification process. VHP president Alok Kumar referenced a past petition regarding the issue. The controversy has highlighted differing views on voter verification and cultural practices.
Face-off Over Voters' Burqa There is photo ID for a reason. Hijab and burqa are not essential parts of Islam as per the Shirur Mutt case. So, a woman can definitely check and see if the woman is genuine...- @KARAN_author The administration should do their duties. These(BJP)… https://t.co/sZKajLoZWt
#ElectionsWithTimesNow @Kompella_MLatha Super Exclusive Owaisi Vs Madhavi Latha Over Burqa, 'Muslims Targeted' Vs 'Bogus Votes' All-Out Attack By Madhavi Latha 'Not Just Burqa, Check Ghoonghat' Madhavi's Fiery & Feisty Fight-back Watch @TheNewshour with @NavikaKumar @ 9:27 https://t.co/QOAE10HBhN
#WATCH | Delhi | On AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi's remark of 'BJP targeting Muslim women' as BJP Delhi demanded 'proper verification' of women voters wearing burqas, VHP president Alok Kumar says, "...In 2010, when Ajmal Khan filed a petition in the Supreme Court and said that a… https://t.co/41OXW1UOYY
Burqa row explodes | "The Muslim women didn't have any issue when I conducted voter verification inside booth, they didn't react but Asaduddin Owaisi has a lot of problem": BJP’s Hyderabad candidate Madhavi Latha #EXCLUSIVE on Republic - WATCH here Tune in to LIVE TV -… https://t.co/y30i8bnaun
Burqa row explodes | "The Muslim women didn't have any issue when I conducted voter verification inside booth, they didn't react but Asaduddin Owaisi has a lot of problem": BJP’s Hyderabad candidate Madhavi Latha #EXCLUSIVE on Republic Tune in here to watch -… https://t.co/q1W5c5c6D5
#TimesNowExclusive The issue is not with the women who are wearing Burqa; even they would also want to get it checked and go because they don't want to violate any rules of EC... It is the leaders from specific parties like AIMIM, and Congress; these are the people who want to… https://t.co/xHTr1GJQwv
Watch: All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen leader Waris Pathan says, "It's BJP's drama, it's theatrics. They want to harass Muslim girls and women, disrespect them. That's why all this is being done. Remove the burqa and see..." https://t.co/vpwDRprIYj
Watch: BJP spokesperson Yaser Jilani respond to the demand by the BJP unit for the Election Commission to check women in burqas, says, "I believe that as adults, we should show identification where necessary. When it comes to voting, it is important to show your face. It is… https://t.co/abAw755c4H
BJP moves EC on verification of Burqa clad voter Owaisi lashes out at BJP for moving poll body @Jay_Apoorva18 shares more details #BJP #Owaisi (@PoulomiMSaha) https://t.co/6bZre36HXH