Yogi's War on Halal: Links Certification to Terrorism, 'Political Islam'

This special report focuses on Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's scathing attack on halal certification and what he terms 'political Islam'. He claims, 'This is a conspiracy...All this money is being misused for terrorism, for love jihad, and for religion.' The Chief Minister alleges that the practice is an overlooked part of history and a concerted effort to alter the nation's demography. Following his statements, Uttar Pradesh has banned the production, sale, and storage of halal-certified products, with the government claiming the practice creates confusion and exploits consumers for financial gain. Adityanath also referenced a conversion racket run by an individual named Jamaluddin, also known as 'Changur Baba,' as an example of activities allegedly funded by such means. The report also touches upon his ongoing political feud with Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav over cultural and religious observances.