Lucknow’s political landscape heated up as Uttar Pradesh Minister Anil Rajbhar issued a stern warning on the banned Chinese manja, the deadly kite string responsible for multiple fatalities. Speaking exclusively, Rajbhar declared that anyone selling or using this prohibited item post-ban will face murder charges if it claims a life, ensuring strict enforcement.
The minister highlighted the alarming toll: numerous deaths and injuries from the razor-sharp manja that slices through flesh and even power lines. ‘This is a decisive step in public interest,’ he asserted, predicting its ripple effect across India. Uttar Pradesh’s bold move sets a precedent, prioritizing safety over tradition during festivals like Makar Sankranti.
Shifting gears, Rajbhar addressed Sikh community protests demanding apologies for perceived insults. ‘No one has the right to dishonor any group at public forums,’ he said, urging leaders to introspect on their own actions, defections, and public rejection rather than pointing fingers.
On Uttarakhand’s dissolution of the madrasa board, Rajbhar praised it as progressive. The aim? Equip madrasa graduates to become doctors, engineers, and civil servants contributing to nation-building, aligning minority education with mainstream opportunities.
Taking aim at the Samajwadi Party (SP), he accused them of misinformation and unfairly targeting the Election Commission. ‘The same voter rights granted to BJP apply to SP and all parties,’ he clarified. Regarding voter list scrutiny, Rajbhar explained that 18-year-olds must register via Form-7, and post-publication objections can remove fakes. ‘Those fretting over fake voters fear losing their unfair edge,’ he quipped, signaling a clean electoral process ahead.