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Waqf Bill: Who's the 'girgit'? Lalu, Nitish parties slug it out

IndiaTimes Saturday, 5 April 2025
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill's passage in Parliament has ignited intense political debates in Bihar ahead of the assembly elections. The bill's support by JDU and its opposition by RJD have led to heated exchanges, poster wars, and both parties outlining their positions vigorously, with the Grand Alliance vowing to scrap the bill if elected.
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