New Delhi, Sept. 20 -- Chief Imam of All India Imam Organisation Umer Ahmed Ilyasi on Sunday criticised former Vice President Hamid Ansari over his remarks on "Hindu extremism" and alleged that such statements were aimed at provoking Muslims and disturbing the atmosphere in the country.

Speaking to ANI, Ilyasi said, "I strongly condemn this statement. Today, Hamid Ansari sahab has remembered Muslims again. When he was in power and held important positions, he was secular. Today, he has remembered Muslims."

He alleged that Ansari made such remarks to regain his image among Muslims and claimed that the statement could create tension in society.

"Muslims are not asking about him, and to improve his image among Muslims, he has made such st...