Jammu Tawi, April 2 -- Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Wednesday defended the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, set to be introduced in the Lok Sabha today, claiming it was in the nation's best interest. Rijiju argued that opposition to the bill was politically motivated, asserting that any logical objections could be countered with facts.

Speaking to the media, Rijiju emphasized the significance of the bill, stating, "Today is a historic day, and the Waqf Amendment Bill will be introduced in the Lok Sabha in the interest of the country. Not only crores of Muslims but the entire country will support it. Those opposing it are doing so for political reasons. I will present the facts in the House, and I also hope that those opposing it will do so on t...