New Delhi, Dec. 13 (LatestNewsX) – Syed Jalaluddin, the head of the Minority Cell of the nationalist Congress Party’s Ajit Pawar subgroup, told reporters on Saturday that even though his party follows the National Democratic Alliance, he feels Muslims across India are facing discrimination. He also took issue with the film “Dhurandhar,” claiming it depicts Muslims in a negative light.
Jalaluddin praised Jamiat Ulema-e‑Hind president Maulana Mahmood Madani for his recent remarks on “jihad,” saying the scholar has consistently voicing the community’s feelings and pains. Speaking to LatestNewsX, the NCP leader added, “I completely agree with Maulana’s statement. The Maulana has repeatedly brought to the forefront the feelings and pain of the community, and we appreciate this. What he has said is absolutely correct.” He clarified that his comments should not be read as support for the narrative of “love jihad.”
“I am talking about the fact that the situation in the country has become such that Muslims are feeling helpless and distressed. ‘Jihad’ does not mean that Muslims should pick up swords and start killing people. ‘Jihad’ means raising your voice against injustice,” he explained.
“The NCP leader reiterated that even though he belongs to a party that is part of the NDA, he believes Muslims are being unfairly treated.” “Even though I am part of a party that is part of the NDA government, I believe that Muslims are being wronged. A discriminatory attitude is being adopted towards Muslims, which is not justified,” he added.
On the Delhi blast investigation, Jalaluddin said that the inquiry must strictly follow legal protocols. “Whoever is involved in this case should be subjected to a complete and fair investigation according to the law, but if action is taken against someone merely to harass them, then it cannot be considered justified. Innocent people should not be harassed in this matter,” he asserted.
He further criticized “Dhurandhar” and mentioned other films that he believes misrepresent Muslims. “It is unfortunate that this has become a trend these days. Films like ‘The Kashmir Files’ and ‘The Kerala Story’ are made with the intention of misrepresenting Muslims. I strongly condemn this mentality and this way of thinking. Stop portraying Muslims negatively in every way. Attempts are being made to tarnish the image of Muslims through films like ‘Dhurandhar’,” he warned.
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