Lucknow Politics in Uttar Pradesh has heated up over a statement by Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya. Speaking to reporters, he said, “Whether it is in Bangladesh, Pakistan, or India, madrasas unofficially breed terrorism.” The remark has put the Deputy CM in the spotlight. With assembly elections due in the state next year, his comment — “madrasas breed terrorism” — has raised the political temperature. All eyes are now on how the opposition responds to the statement. The comment comes at a time when the state government is moving forward with proposed amendments related to madrasa education. What Sources Say According to sources, a major decision on madrasas could be taken in today’s Uttar Pradesh Cabinet meeting. Sources indicate the government may announce a complete closure of degree-level courses in madrasas across the state. It is being said that the government plans to limit madrasa education to Class 12 only, with degree courses being discontinued entirely. The Cabinet may give formal approval to this today. Session Begins Today The Monsoon Session of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly begins today and will run till August 6. Several key decisions are expected during the session. Given the timing, the opposition is likely to react strongly to Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya’s remarks during the proceedings. Post navigation Two defeats, several signals: Key takeaways for the BJP from the by-elections.
