Eid Protests Expand to Support Palestine

Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations across India and some parts of the world were marked by protests against the Waqf Amendment Bill and in support of Palestine. In Madhya Pradesh, black armbands and placards supporting Palestine were seen, while the Central Government faced criticism for its plans to amend the Waqf Act. Pro-Palestinian sentiments were also evident in Amsterdam, where an Israeli flag was burned during a rally. In Uttar Pradesh, controversial bans on offering prayers on roads by the BJP government sparked backlash, with officials and allies criticizing the move as discriminatory. In Karnataka, Minister Rahim Khan and others protested against the Waqf Amendment Bill by wearing black armbands during prayers. Despite the tensions, Eid was celebrated with traditional fervor in places like Ranchi and Vijayawada, with community leaders voicing opposition to the bill during gatherings.