Uttarakhand UCC bill highlights: Discussion on UCC to continue tomorrow in Assembly

Uttarakhand UCC Bill LIVE: All India United Democratic Front (AIUDF) MLA Aminul Islam on UCC tabled in Uttarakhand Assembly says, “If you think about property distribution, how can it be unified? In Meghalaya, women share property while the men don't get anything. On the other hand, in Nagaland, men inherit property while women do not. It is impossible to introduce UCC (Uniform Civil Code) in such diversity, so that is why BJP is trying to bring it state-wise.”

Uttarakhand UCC Bill LIVE: Uttarakhand Minister Rekha Arya on UCC Bill that was tabled in the state assembly earlier today says, “UCC Bill has been tabled in Uttarakhand Assembly; it is a historic day for us all. Uttarakhand has become the first state since Independence to take a step towards introducing UCC; this is a welcome move.”

Uttarakhand UCC Bill LIVE: Following Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami's presentation of the Uniform Civil Code Uttarakhand-2024 Bill today, ongoing discussions are being held in the state assembly.

According to ANI citing government sources, deliberations on this significant bill are expected to extend into tomorrow's session as well.

Uttarakhand UCC Bill LIVE: On UCC in Uttarakhand Uttar Pradesh deputy chief minister Keshav Prasad Maurya says, "I congratulate the Uttarakhand government and CM for bringing the UCC. BJP promised to abrogate Article 370, it was done. BJP promised to make a temple for Ram Lalla, and it was done. BJP has promised the UCC, I am sure all issues connected with the ideology of the BJP will go further... There will be one law for everyone... There are 4 castes in this country, poor, farmers, youth and women. The political future of those who think otherwise, is in danger..."

Uttarakhand UCC Bill LIVE: The BJP on Tuesday welcomed the introduction of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill in the Uttarakhand Assembly, stating that the government led by Pushkar Singh Dhami, under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is honoring the commitment made by "our ancestors".

The ruling party reminded those who oppose the state government's action that Article 44 of the Constitution mandates that the "State shall endeavor to secure for the citizens a uniform civil code throughout the territory of India".

Nalin Kohli, BJP national spokesperson, emphasized that UCC is integral to the "constitutional vision".

Uttarakhand UCC Bill LIVE: On implementing UCC in states, TMC MP Saugata Roy says, "We are not in favour of implementation of UCC. They can implement it in BJP-ruled states, we will not implement it in West Bengal."

Uttarakhand UCC Bill LIVE: On UCC tabled in the Uttarakhand Assembly, BJP leader Mohsin Raza says, “The country needs Uniform Civil Code because it is the solution for many problems in India. After UCC comes, everyone will work under one law. The UCC is very important for the betterment of the nation.”

Uttarakhand UCC Bill LIVE: Union minister SP Singh Baghel on Uttarakhand chief minister tabling UCC Bill in the assembly says, “Whenever a law is passed for the nation's benefit, some so-called seculars oppose it. It is possible that some of them will move to Supreme Court or High Court. In the 21st century, the country should run according to the law in the Constitution.”

BJP MP Dr. Sukanta Majumdar says, "If the state government feels that it (UCC) needs to be implemented, then it should be brought."

On Uniform Civil Code, Samajwadi Party MP ST Hasan said, "If a law is made which is against the tenets of the Quran, then we will not agree with it...Till when will they keep polarising the votes, people are fed up of this now."

On UCC Bill, BJP MP & former CM Tirath Singh Rawat says, "This was necessary in the interest of the country. But some people who do not speak in the favour of the country are misleading the public."

"We won't abide by it (UCC Bill) if it is against the 'hidayat' (instructions) given to Muslims in Quran. We don't have any issue if it is as per 'hidayat'," says Samajwadi Party MP ST Hasan.

House proceedings have been adjourned till 2 pm today.

"Vande Mataram and Jai Shri Ram" slogans raised by MLAs inside State Assembly as CM Dhami tables the Uniform Civil Code Uttarakhand 2024 Bill.

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami tabled the Uniform Civil Code Bill on Tuesday in the state assembly.

On UCC Bill, former Uttarakhand CM and Congress leader Harish Rawat said, "The state government and the Chief Minister are very eager to get it passed and the rules are not being followed... No one has the draft copy and they want an immediate discussion on it... The Central Government is using a sensitive state like Uttarakhand for tokenism, if they want to bring UCC, it should have been brought by the central government..."

"We want a detailed discussion over it (Uniform Civil Code). It is not clear whether they are going to bring a draft or a Bill over it," says Congress leader Yashpal Arya on UCC Bill that will be tabled in Uttarakhand Assembly later today.

On Uniform Civil Code Bill (UCC), Uttarakhand Assembly LoP Yashpal Arya says, "We are not opposing but the House functions according to the Constitutional procedure and rules manual. The BJP is constantly neglecting it..."

"The BJP does not have anything to tell to people ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Yesterday, a BJP MP (Harnath Singh Yadav) demanded the immediate abolition of the Places of Worship Act, and today, the Uttarakhand government will introduce the UCC (Uniform Civil Code). They only have issues such as Hindu-Muslim, Mandir-Masjid, Love Jihad, Hijab, etc. to raise," says Samajwadi Party leader Fakhrul Hasan Chaand on UCC Bill

"UCC (Uniform Civil Code) is an important issue. All members (of the Assembly) should've been given at least one day to read about the Bill. They have said that the Bill will be tabled in the morning (today) and discussion would be held in the afternoon. Adequate time should be given to hold discussion over this important issue," says Congress leader Bhuwan Kapri on UCC Bill.

"It is very unfortunate. The Bill, which should be made by the (central) government and on which the discussion should be held in the Lok Sabha, is being introduced by BJP in states where it is in power," says Congress leader Surendra Rajput on UCC Bill set to be tabled in Uttarakhand today.

Enhanced security measures have been implemented outside the Uttarakhand Assembly in Dehradun. The presentation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) bill is scheduled for today in the House, and it will be followed by a discussion.

The government led by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami in Uttarakhand is set to present the Uniform Civil Code Bill in the state legislative assembly on Tuesday.