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NDA and Right-Wing Group Criticise Arshad Madani Over 'Mosques Will Flourish' Comment
✍️ The Hawk
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 10:02 AM
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Arshad Madani's statement that mosques would flourish has drawn sharp criticism from the NDA coalition and a right‑wing organisation, which said the remark was inflammatory.
In a recent statement, Islamic scholar Arshad Madani said that mosques would flourish, a remark that has sparked controversy across the political spectrum. The NDA coalition, citing concerns over communal harmony, condemned the comment as inflammatory and urged restraint. A right‑wing organisation echoed the criticism, arguing that the statement could exacerbate tensions among communities. Both parties emphasized the need for respectful dialogue in a diverse society. The incident has prompted calls for greater sensitivity in public discourse regarding religious matters.