Ranchi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who released the BJP's manifesto in Ranchi on Sunday, promised Uniform Civil Code in the state, which he said, is beset with rampant infiltration. He countetred CM Hemant Soren on UCC, saying the law won't affect tribals in the state.
""Our government will introduce UCC in Jharkhand but tribals will be kept out of its ambit. Hemant Soren and the JMM government are making false propaganda that UCC will impact tribal rights, culture and relevant legislation, which is totally baseless as they will be kept out of its ambit," Shah said in Ranchi.
Soon after releasing the 'Sankalp Patra' for Jharkhand assembly elections, he said the BJP if voted to power, would bring in a law to take back land from infiltrators in Jharkhand. "This election in Jharkhand is not just an election to change the government, but an election to ensure the future of Jharkhand. The people of Jharkhand have to decide whether they want a government full of corruption or a BJP government moving forward on the path of development under the leadership of PM Modi. Do they want a government that endangers the identity, land and women of Jharkhand by allowing infiltration or do they want a Bharatiya Janata Party government that protects the borders..."
He also said Hindus are under attack and appeasement is at its peak in Jharkhand, which is the most corrupt state in the country. He will also address three rallies at Ghatshila, Barkatha and Simaria assembly constituencies during the day.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Jharkhand on November 4 and address two rallies. Modi's visit will be followed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh who is scheduled to hold a public meeting in Jamshedpur on November 5.
Shah released 25 key points of the saffron party's manifesto to underline 25 years of Jharkhand’s formation and a 150-point document, marking the 150th birth anniversary of tribal icon Birsa Munda, BJP leaders said.
Shah pledged to protect the state’s "Roti, Maati, Beti" (livelihood, land, and daughters) from infiltrators. Shah emphasised the BJP's commitment to Jharkhand's development and targeted the current state government for alleged failures in safeguarding tribal communities and upholding progress.
"People must decide if they want a corrupt administration or a BJP government under PM Modi's leadership that prioritises development and protects 'Roti, Maati, Beti'."Expressing concern over the plight of Jharkhand’s youth, Shah remarked, "The youth, troubled by unemployment and exam paper leaks, are looking at the BJP with hope. Jharkhand's public seeks a government that benefits the poor, unlike those who engage in corruption and loot the people."
Shah highlighted the BJP's reliability in fulfilling its promises, declaring, "This 'Sankalp Patra' stands apart because the BJP does what it says. This is why Jharkhand's backward classes, tribals, Dalits, and urban populations are looking at us with hope and expectations."Stressing the manifesto's commitment to Jharkhand's unique identity, he stated, "The Sankalp Patra declares our dedication to safeguarding Jharkhand's land, tackling corruption, and improving governance. The BJP is devoted to defending the state's borders, ensuring Adivasi identity, and protecting 'Roti, Maati, Beti'."
Shah slammed the ruling Hemant Soren-led government, accusing it of halting development projects initiated by the "double-engine" BJP government."Under Hemant Soren, every developmental effort of PM Modi's government has stalled. Today, the BJP stands before the people of Jharkhand with renewed promises," he asserted.Addressing concerns for the tribal population, Shah said, "The tribal community in Jharkhand, especially in Santhal Pargana, is facing an existential threat. Infiltrators are not only occupying land but also disrupting the cultural and social fabric by marrying local daughters. The BJP's agenda is to safeguard 'Roti, Beti, Maati' and secure Jharkhand’s heritage.
