The AP Sunni faction-aligned Kerala Muslim Jamaath has called upon the state government to treat controversial statements made by SNDP Yogam general secretary Vellappally Natesan as a serious law-and-order issue. The organization demands immediate and appropriate action from the authorities.
Jamaath's Firm Stand on Communal Harmony
Speaking at a news conference in Kozhikode, Kerala Muslim Jamaath general secretary Sayyid Ibrahimul Khaleelul Bukhari stated that the government must correct its current approach towards Natesan. The press meet was part of the ongoing Kerala Yatra led by Kanthapuram A P Aboobacker Musliyar.
Bukhari emphasized that no individual should be permitted to undermine the state's cherished social fabric. "Society has already decided that it does not want communalism or divisiveness. Nobody accepts Natesan's remarks. Now the government must act; that is its responsibility," he asserted. He stressed that protecting Kerala's religious harmony, unity, and social cohesion is paramount.
A Significant Political Shift
The remarks carry considerable political weight, as the AP Sunni section has historically aligned its positions with the ruling CPI(M). This public demand for action against a figure from a prominent community organization signals a notable moment in Kerala's socio-political landscape.
Beyond the immediate issue, Bukhari expressed optimism about Sunni unity becoming a reality in the near future. He indicated that past divisions are healing. "The wounds have healed. Kanthapuram Aboobacker Musliyar has opened the doors to unity," he said.
Clearing the Path for Unity
When questioned by reporters, Bukhari clarified that, from his understanding, there are no political hurdles blocking Sunni unity. He specifically addressed the role of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML), a major political force among Muslims in Kerala. "We do not believe IUML is an obstacle," he stated, dismissing notions that the party could impede the unification process.
The call from the Kerala Muslim Jamaath places the ball firmly in the government's court, challenging it to enforce the law equally and safeguard the state's famed communal harmony from inflammatory rhetoric.
