Video of BJP MLA's stand on Muslims goes viral

After the video went viral on social media, some have lauded the MLA and some have slammed him

A video clip of Moodbidri MLA Umanath Kotian taking exception to BJP’s stand on Muslims went viral on social media.

Speaking at a gathering of minorities in Kinnigoli a few days ago, the MLA said, “I am a straightforward person. Many BJP leaders say that Muslims and Christians do not work for the party. Accordingly, the party should not work for their welfare. But I have helped masjids, madrasas and churches to get funds for development works. Recently, I asked the chief minister Rs 5 crore for the development of mosques and churches and the CM has assured Rs 2.5 crore. I have visited several mosques.”

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He appealed to vote for those who worked for their welfare.

After the video went viral on social media, some lauded the MLA while some slammed him.