The Uttar Pradesh government, led by Yogi Adityanath, has bannedthe production, storage, distribution, and sale of food products with halal certification, effective immediately. However, products manufactured for export are exempted from this ban. The government claims that there have been "malicious attempts" to discourage the use of non-halal certified products, which not only seek unfair financial benefits but also form part of a larger strategy to sow class hatred, create divisions, and weak ..
Yogi Adityanath-led UP government has imposed the ban on Halal certification?
The state government, in a statement issued on Saturday, emphasizes that strict legal measures will be taken against individuals or firms involved in any aspect of halal-certified products within Uttar Pradesh, including medicines, medical devices, and cosmetics. The move is seen as a response to what the government labels as "unrestrained propaganda" within a specific section of society, aiming to discourage the use of products without a halal certificate. This, according to the statement, adve ..
Halal-certified products are those believed to have met the requirements of Islamic law, deemed suitable for consumption by Muslims. Notably, the ban exempts products intended for export, particularly to nations in the Middle East, where halal certification is often a requirement.
On one side, various Muslim groups advocate for the exclusive consumption of halal-certified products, extending this preference even to medicines. On the flip side, several Hindu groups vehemently boycott such products. While some urge Hindus to refrain from consuming halal-certified items, others advocate for the elimination of the certification process altogether.
In this environment, the government's decision to ban halal-certified products within the state has sparked debates and discussions about religious preferences, business practices, and the perceived impact on societal unity.
Source Name : Economic Times