Political Row Intensifies Assam Assembly's Decision to Scrap Jumma Break
Tejashwi Yadav's comment sparks backlash from Assam and Manipur Chief Ministers, highlighting regional and religious tensions.
- Assam Assembly ends two-hour Jumma break, a colonial-era practice, to streamline proceedings.
- Tejashwi Yadav criticizes Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, calling him a 'Chinese version of Yogi' for the decision.
- Manipur CM N Biren Singh accuses Yadav of racism against northeastern people.
- Sarma defends the decision, stating it was unanimously agreed upon by Hindu and Muslim legislators.
- The debate underscores broader political and social divides within India.