Actor and BJP MP Ravi Kishan called it a "black day" for Indian cinema as the industry lost one of its greatest legends Manoj Kumar, who passed away at the age of 87.
Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya on Friday praised the passing of the Waqf Amendment Bill in the Parliament, saying it would benefit the welfare and development of poor Muslims in the country.
Veteran actor Dharmendra arrived at the residence of the late Manoj Kumar to pay his last respects to his dear friend and colleague, who passed away on Friday morning at the age of 87.
BJP MP Dinesh Sharma on Friday said that the Waqf Bill, which passed in Parliament on Friday, will significantly change the lives of minorities by ensuring their properties are secure and governed by clear regulations.
Samajwadi Party MP Dimple Yadav on Friday accused the government of passing the Waqf Amendment Bill in an "arbitrary manner," stating that it was done with the "intention to disturb harmony in the country."
The Indian film industry and the nation are mourning the loss of the legendary actor, director, and filmmaker Manoj Kumar, who passed away at the age of 87 on April 4, 2025.
Speaking to ANI, Singh said, "It has become the Opposition's tendency to spread fear against the BJP so they can instigate Muslims to strengthen their vote bank. They did the same with CAA... Within two days, people will understand that they are being misled and this bill is for their benefi
Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Friday responded to opposition criticism of the passing of the Waqf Amendment Bill in Parliament, stating that those who were misleading the Muslim community regarding the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) are now spreading similar concerns about the Waqf Bill