Asaduddin Owaisi criticizes government over mosque removal and political representation

AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has raised concerns regarding the potential removal of the century-old Qadeemi Masjid located within Delhi’s Krishi Bhawan complex. The Union government informed the Delhi High Court that permanent religious structures are impermissible within government office complexes, citing the need to maintain the secular character of such properties. Owaisi challenged this stance, noting that major government initiatives, such as the Central Vista project, have utilized traditional religious rituals like Bhoomi Pooja. He argued that the mosque predates the current Krishi Bhawan building.

Separately, Owaisi sparked political controversy in Uttar Pradesh by referencing the election of Abdul El-Sayed to the US Senate from Michigan. He used the example to urge the Muslim community in Uttar Pradesh to seek direct legislative leadership rather than serving as a mere support base for established parties. The Samajwadi Party (SP) responded by accusing Owaisi of acting as a proxy for the BJP and attempting to divide minority votes, while the BJP accused previous administrations of exploiting the community without providing development.