Demolition Displaces Muslims in Gujarat Town

In Gujarat, local Muslims faced a brutal demolition of their religious structures in Somnath, contradicting assurances from top officials about no demolitions occurring. The operation, which involved bulldozers destroying 45 musafirkhanas and graveyards, occurred hours after the administration claimed there was no threat, raising serious concerns about lawfulness as it violated a Supreme Court order. Meanwhile, in Haryana, BJP leaders, including Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, campaigned vigorously for upcoming elections, framing the contest as a choice between development under BJP rule and corruption associated with the Congress party. They criticized Congress for failing to fulfill past promises and accused it of spreading misinformation, while also emphasizing the BJP's achievements in job creation and economic growth. The political landscape is marked by communal tensions and allegations of caste division in Haryana, as the BJP aims to consolidate support ahead of the elections. This combination of regional tensions and electoral strategy highlights the complexities of India's current political climate.