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Odisha CM's Promise: 'You're Now Part of Our Future' Amid CAA Rollout

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi personally handed out citizenship certificates to 35 people under the Citizenship Amendment Act. He gave a heartfelt welcome, telling the new citizens they are now part of India's future. The CM strongly defended the law, comparing it to the holy Ganga River for providing refuge. He also credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah for implementing the act.

Key Points: Odisha CM Majhi Distributes CAA Citizenship Certificates in Nabarangpur

  • CM Majhi distributed certificates to 35 minorities from neighbouring countries in Nabarangpur district
  • He likened the CAA to the sacred Ganga, washing away suffering for persecuted communities
  • The law offers a path to citizenship for those who entered India before December 31, 2014
  • Majhi stated the era of appeasing a particular religion in the name of secularism is over
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'You're now part of our future', says Odisha CM as he distributes CAA citizenship certificates

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi distributed citizenship certificates to 35 applicants under the CAA, welcoming them to India's future and praising PM Modi's leadership.

"You are now part of our future. Your safety, dignity, and development are our responsibility. - CM Mohan Charan Majhi"

Bhubaneswar, Dec 11

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday distributed citizenship certificates to 35 minorities from neighbouring countries residing in Nabarangpur district in Odisha who had applied for Indian citizenship under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA), 2019.

Speaking at the programme for distribution of citizenship certificates to persecuted minorities from neighbouring countries, Chief Minister Majhi likened the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019, to the sacred river Ganga, a force that washes away sins and suffering of all, for minorities subjected to religious persecution in India's neighbouring nations.

He said this landmark law has provided a path of hope and assurance to persecuted communities who have endured years of hardship. It is worth mentioning that the Ministry of Home Affairs has initiated the process of granting Indian citizenship to eligible applicants under the CAA, 2019.

According to the rules notified on March 11, 2024, members of minority communities from Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Afghanistan who entered India on or before December 31, 2014, are considered eligible for Indian citizenship.

Speaking at the special programme, jointly organised by the Directorate of Census Operations, Odisha, and the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Chief Minister welcomed those who received citizenship.

"You are now part of our future. Your safety, dignity, and development are our responsibility. I wholeheartedly welcome you as citizens of India," said CM Majhi.

The Chief Minister further noted that by granting citizenship certificates, India has once again upheld its age-old values of compassion, humanity, and sheltering those in need. He lauded the efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for the implementation of the CAA, 2019.

Explaining the necessity of the CAA, Majhi said: "There are many countries in the world that offer shelter to persecuted followers of various religions. But when Hindus are persecuted in other countries, they have no place to seek refuge except India. If such a law is not enacted in India, then where else would it be made?"

Chief Minister Majhi further underlined that although our country has strong voices advocating for minorities, those same voices remain silent when minorities are persecuted in neighbouring countries. He added that the era of appeasing a particular religion in the name of secularism has come to an end. "Today, there is no discrimination on religious grounds. Before the law, everyone is equal. The Citizenship Amendment Act is a successful expression of this principle," he noted.

- IANS

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Priya S
This is heartwarming news. Finally, these families can live without fear and build a future for their children. The CM's words, "You are now part of our future," are very powerful.
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Rohit P
While I support helping persecuted minorities, the act should have been inclusive of all persecuted communities from the region, not just non-Muslims. A truly secular law wouldn't have religious criteria.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see this perspective. As an outsider, I've read a lot about the controversy. It's good to see people finally getting citizenship, but the debate around the law's selectivity is understandable.
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Vikram M
Comparing CAA to Maa Ganga is a beautiful analogy. It purifies and gives new life. These people have suffered for decades in our neighbouring countries. Bharat is their true home. 🙏
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Karthik V
Implementation is key. Hope the process is smooth and transparent for all eligible applicants. Also, the state must ensure proper rehabilitation and job opportunities so they can integrate well.

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