Maulana Sajid Rashidi, the President of the All-India Imam Association, has urged for communal harmony and respect among communities amidst the ongoing cattle crisis in West Bengal. He highlighted that many Muslims in Bengal voluntarily refrained from purchasing cows out of respect for Hindu sentiments, emphasizing the importance of mutual understanding.
Rashidi expressed concern over the misuse of religion to incite violence and division, cautioning against exploiting faith for creating unrest. He emphasized the need for unity and awareness among Hindus, suggesting that the cow could potentially be designated as the national animal if communities work together.
Addressing the economic struggles faced by cattle farmers in West Bengal, Rashidi noted the financial distress experienced by Hindu farmers and traders due to a decline in cattle sales. He questioned the lack of support from Right-wing groups like the Bajrang Dal for these farmers in distress.
Commenting on the declining political discourse, Rashidi criticized the use of derogatory terms like ‘traitor’ in reference to top political leaders. He emphasized the importance of maintaining respectful language in both politics and society, stating that such language has no place in public discourse.
