There is disagreement at the leadership level of the BJP regarding the extension of their diplomatic policy aimed at minorities to Muslim households. The RSS has also expressed opposition to this idea, and it’s reported that further steps will only be taken following detailed consultations due to confusion among the leadership.
Some leaders in the party had suggested extending Christian diplomacy to Muslim households, and the state president K. Surendran had also proposed strengthening the relationship with the Muslim community. However, leaders who maintain close ties with the RSS firmly opposed this stance and made the RSS’s position public. They believe that it’s sufficient to accept those who agree with the idea of the BJP and there’s no need for this diplomatic effort.
Critics have pointed out that the strategy used in Christian churches will not work in Muslim communities and may even harm Christian communities. It’s indicated that even Prakash Javadekar and organizational secretary B.L. Santhosh have been informed of this development. As a result, the decision to visit Muslim homes during Eid is likely to be reconsidered.
Thiruvananthapuram – Disagreement at the leadership level in extending BJP’s diplomatic policy aimed at minorities to Muslim homes. It is indicated that the RSS has also expressed its opposition in this regard. It is informed that as there is confusion at the leadership level, further steps will be taken only following detailed consultations.
The idea of a group of leaders was to extend the Christian diplomacy that started on Easter to Muslim homes. The state president K. Surendran also informed that the relationship with the Muslims will be strengthened. It was following this that the difference in this matter intensified at the leadership level. Leaders who maintain strong ties with the RSS came out strongly once morest the stance. They have publicized the opinion of RSS itself.
These people point out that it is enough to accept those who accept the idea of BJP and there is no need for diplomacy towards that. These people point to AP Abdullahkutty who joined the BJP as an example.
Critics point out that the diplomacy conducted in the Christian churches will not only not be successful in the Muslim community, but will also set back the Christian communities that come along. Prakash Javadekar and organizational secretary B.L. There are indications that Santhosh has also been informed. With this, the decision to visit Muslim homes on the 21st of this month is likely to be reconsidered.
English Summary: Kerala BJP to rethink Meeting Muslims On Eid, says report
In conclusion, the leadership level within the Kerala BJP remains divided on the extension of the party’s diplomatic outreach policy aimed at minorities to Muslim homes. The RSS has also expressed its opposition, adding to the confusion among the leadership. While some leaders advocate for strengthening the relationship with Muslims, others argue that there is no need for such diplomacy. There are indications that the decision to visit Muslim homes on Eid may be reconsidered. Time will tell what direction the party takes in this matter.