Member of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Priyank Kanoongo on Sunday criticised Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind President Arshad Madani, terming his recent remarks “radical and opportunistic” and accusing him of attempting to mislead Indian Muslims for personal political gains.

Speaking in Delhi, Kanoongo alleged that “radical forces” in the country are damaging the social fabric and warned that such actions should not be allowed.

“His statement is radical and opportunistic. With such remarks, he is trying to mislead Indian Muslims and use them for his personal political agenda. Radical forces in India are damaging our social fabric. This should not happen,” the NHRC member said.

“The country understands his motives. They don’t have any connection with the good for their religion; they

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