Amit Shah Targets Kerala Over Waqf Land and Scheme Rebranding

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has launched a sharp critique against both the Left Democratic Front (LDF) and the United Democratic Front (UDF) in Kerala, alleging that both political blocs have turned a blind eye to land encroachment issues involving the Waqf Board. Addressing the matter during a recent campaign event, Shah asserted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has already initiated formal legal proceedings to address these concerns regarding land disputes.

Beyond the Waqf controversy, the Home Minister accused the Pinarayi Vijayan-led state government of engaging in the systematic rebranding of central government initiatives. Shah argued that the state administration has been falsely claiming credit for various development projects funded by the Union government. He specifically pointed to the execution of national food distribution programs and major highway infrastructure development as key examples where central contributions have been obscured or misrepresented by state authorities. The Home Minister’s remarks signal an intensification of the political friction between the BJP and the incumbent Kerala government as the region prepares for upcoming electoral contests.