By Muslim Mirror Desk
The former Karnataka minister and senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader KS Eshwarappa has once again sparked controversy with his recent statements, urging Muslims to vacate mosques purportedly constructed on sites where temples were demolished.
His warnings of dire consequences if they fail to comply have drawn criticism. Speaking at a Hindu workers’ convention in Belagavi, Eshwarappa remarked, “Two more places, including Mathura, are under consideration. Once the court delivers its verdict, whether today or tomorrow, we will proceed with temple construction. There should be no doubt about that.”
He continued, “It would be preferable if those areas housing mosques were voluntarily vacated by the Muslim community. Otherwise, the aftermath and potential casualties are uncertain.” This is not the first instance of the BJP leader making such divisive remarks.
In a similar vein, last December, Eshwarappa garnered attention for expressing that mosques constructed after demolishing temples would not be spared in the country. “I firmly believe that mosques erected by destroying our temples will not be left standing. Not a single one will remain in this country. That’s my personal viewpoint,” he told reporters in Gadag.
Furthermore, Eshwarappa previously stirred controversy in April of the preceding year, asserting that the BJP wouldn’t rely on Muslim votes to secure victory in the Karnataka Assembly elections. His contentious statements have consistently raised eyebrows, including his declaration that India would transform into a Hindu nation and his anticipation of significant events related to temple matters in Ayodhya, Kashi Vishwanath, and Mathura on specific dates. (With agencies inputs)