Amit Shah defends 130th Amendment Bill, highlights counter-terror operations
- Context: Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the booth-level committee meeting in Tirunelveli, responding to opposition criticism of the 130th Amendment Bill.
- Key Points on 130th Amendment Bill:
- Referred by opposition as a “Black Bill”; Amit Shah rejected such claims.
- Emphasized equality before law: “Anyone accused of wrongdoing is equal before law, whether a Chief Minister or Prime Minister.”
- Initiatives Highlighted:
- Kasi Tamil Sangam and Saurashtra Tamil Sangam launched by PM Narendra Modi to celebrate the cultural and social contributions of Tamil Nadu’s people.
- Counter-Terror Operations:
- Operation Sindoor: Targeted and eliminated terrorist hideouts.
- Operation Mahadev: Neutralized terrorists within national borders.
Significance:
- Reinforces government’s law-and-order stance and commitment to counter-terrorism.
- Highlights political and cultural initiatives aimed at regional integration.
- Shows the government’s approach to legal accountability and legislative reform.
Updated - August 22, 2025 8:48 PM | News On Air