Owaisi Says India Could Have Hijab-Clad PM
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has said that India could one day have a woman wearing a hijab as Prime Minister, citing the country’s Constitution and its guarantee of equality. He said the Constitution allows any citizen, irrespective of religion or attire, to hold the highest office.
Owaisi made the remarks during a public interaction, arguing that India’s democratic framework permits leadership based on merit and public mandate, not religious identity. He contrasted India’s constitutional structure with neighbouring countries, saying India’s system ensures equal political rights for all communities.
BJP Criticises Statement
The Bharatiya Janata Party criticised Owaisi’s comments, calling them irresponsible and politically motivated. BJP leaders said the remarks were aimed at provoking debate along religious lines and did not reflect political realities. Some party leaders accused Owaisi of using identity-based statements to polarise voters.
Political Reactions Continue
The statement triggered wider political reactions, with leaders across parties weighing in on issues of representation, secularism, and constitutional rights. While the Constitution does not bar anyone from becoming Prime Minister based on religion or attire, the comments added to ongoing political discourse ahead of elections.
