Archive · 10 Nov 2025
BJP Criticizes Karnataka Congress Over Alleged VVIP Treatment of IS Recruiter in Jail
A political argument has started in India after a video showed a man accused of helping a terrorist group called ISIS, using a phone and watching TV in jail.
A political party called the BJP is very angry and says the state government, which is run by the Congress party, is being too nice to this accused person.
They believe this is dangerous for the country's safety.
The BJP also said that when their party was in charge, they were much tougher on terrorists.
They feel the Congress government is not taking terrorism seriously enough and is giving special treatment to bad people.
This argument is about who is stronger against terrorism.
The BJP has accused the Karnataka Congress government of providing VVIP treatment to an alleged IS recruiter in Bengaluru jail.
A viral video reportedly shows the accused, Jihad Hameed Shakeel Manna, using a mobile phone and watching television inside the jail.
BJP National Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla alleged that this incident compromises national security and shows a 'soft corner for Islamic jihadi terrorism'.
The BJP contrasted the current situation with the NDA government's approach, stating their zero-tolerance policy against terrorism.
The party drew parallels to the past, citing the treatment of Yasin Malik during a previous Congress-led UPA government.
- Who
- BJP, Congress government in Karnataka, alleged IS recruiter Jihad Hameed Shakeel Manna
- What
- The BJP has criticized the Karnataka Congress government following a viral video allegedly showing an IS recruiter in jail using a mobile phone and watching TV, accusing them of compromising national security and providing VVIP treatment.
- When
- Monday (when the BJP launched its attack); the incident occurred prior to this.
- Where
- Bengaluru Central Jail
- Why
- The BJP alleges that allowing such privileges to a terror-accused individual shows a soft corner for terrorism and a failure to uphold national security, contrasting it with the BJP's stance.
BJP's Accusations
Implicit Government/Jail Response (as presented by the articles)
Privileges for Terror Accused
BJP's Accusations
The BJP alleges that the Congress government in Karnataka is providing VVIP treatment to an alleged IS recruiter, Jihad Hameed Shakeel Manna, by allowing him access to a mobile phone and television inside Bengaluru Central Jail.
Implicit Government/Jail Response (as presented by the articles)
The article does not contain any direct response from the Congress government or jail authorities to these specific accusations regarding the alleged privileges.
National Security Compromise
BJP's Accusations
BJP National Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla claims this incident compromises national security and shows a soft corner for terrorism, contrasting it with the NDA government's zero-tolerance policy.
Implicit Government/Jail Response (as presented by the articles)
The article does not include any statement from the government defending their position on national security in relation to this incident.
Ideological Differences
BJP's Accusations
The BJP asserts that this incident highlights a fundamental ideological difference, where the NDA government combats terrorism while the Congress indulges those who threaten security, citing the treatment of Yasin Malik under a previous Congress regime.
Implicit Government/Jail Response (as presented by the articles)
The article does not present any counter-argument from the Congress regarding these alleged ideological differences or comparisons to past administrations.
- Accused Individual
- Jihad Hameed Shakeel Manna (alleged IS recruiter)
- Location
- Bengaluru Central Jail
- Alleged Privileges
- Use of mobile phone, watching television
- Accusations By
- Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
- Key BJP Spokesperson
- Shehzad Poonawalla
- Governing Party in Karnataka
- Congress
- Law Under Which Accused is Booked
- Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA)
Sources
Bengaluru Airport Namaz Video Goes Viral, BJP Accuses Siddaramaiah Govt Of 'Double Standards'
Namaz At Bengaluru Airport Triggers Row; Watch Viral Video Here
BJP questions K'taka govt over video of namaaz at airport
‘How is this even allowed?’: after video of namaz at Bengaluru airport goes viral, BJP targets Karnataka Govt
Namaz at Bengaluru Airport Sparks Political Row
BJP Demands Siddaramaiah's Resignation over Bengaluru Jail Videos
Men Seen Offering Namaz At Bengaluru Airport, BJP Questions Siddaramaiah
