NE NEWS SERVICE
CHENNAI, MARCH 1
Following the meeting with the Chairman of the Haj Association of India A. Aboobucker on Saturday, actor Rajinikanth met with a group of Jama`athul Ulama Sabai leaders to discuss the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and NPR at his Poes Garden residence on Sunday.
— Rajinikanth (@rajinikanth) March 1, 2020
The meeting took place in the backdrop of Rajinikanth offering to lead a protest if a single Muslim is affected by the CAA. At the same time, the actor has maintained that the Centre is unlikely to withdraw it.
KM Baqavi, President, Tamil Nadu Jamathul Ulama Sabai said: “Our delegation met Rajinikanth and discussed issues related to NPR. We explained difficulties being faced by Muslims due to NPR.”
“We explained the difficulties being faced by Muslims due to NPR. He understood our point and assured that he will do whatever is necessary to remove fear among Muslims.
“He received us in a dignified manner and we had a free-wheeling discussion. The meeting lasted one hour and 15 minutes. We explained the whole issue, and he listened to us eagerly. At the end of the meeting, he not only fully understood the problem, but also offered all his support in his might to help peace return,” Baqavi said in a release.
