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Former UP Shia Waqf Board chairman converts to Hinduism

By ANI | Updated: December 6, 2021 15:15 IST

After he was "expelled" from Islam, former Uttar Pradesh Shia Waqf Board Chairperson Wasim Rizvi on Monday converted to Hinduism.

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After he was "expelled" from Islam, former Uttar Pradesh Shia Waqf Board Chairperson Wasim Rizvi on Monday converted to Hinduism.

Speaking to ANI, Rizvi said, "I was expelled from Islam. After that, it is my choice to practice and preach the religion of my choice."

"Today, I chose to convert to Hinduism. Sanatan dharma is the first dharma of the world. I respect Sanatana dharma. It is full of believing in humanity," he said.

( With inputs from ANI )

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