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Amnesty International has called on the Indian government to halt the unlawful demolition of Muslim properties. Recent reports highlight targeted demolitions of homes and places of worship, including a 45-year-old mosque and a shrine in Delhi. Amnesty accuses the government of using JCB machinery for these actions, echoing tactics seen in previous human rights violations.

In Kolhapur, Maharashtra, a Hindutva mob vandalized a mosque on July 14, planting a Hindutva flag and damaging property. The attack, incited by an anti-encroachment rally, included violence against Muslim homes, shops, and vehicles. This incident, echoing the Babri Mosque demolition, underscores growing religious intolerance and the normalization of violence against Muslim properties.

Videos have emerged showing luggage tampering of returning Hajj pilgrims at Indian airports, with sacred Zam Zam water and expensive perfumes looted. The Hindutva government is accused of targeting Muslim customs, following restrictions on hijabs, skull caps, beards, prayers, Azan, and beef. Community leaders demand an investigation and protection of religious rights.

A recent survey by human rights activist Wasiq Nadeem Khan revealed increased violence against Muslims post-2024 elections, coinciding with a lower vote share for BJP. In BJP-ruled states, incidents include vandalism of Muslim-owned shops, arrests of victims like Javed Quraishi, looting of 18 shops, displacement of 11 families, and lynching of four Muslims. Ninety percent of lynching cases are politically motivated by BJP.

On July 10, 2024, during by-elections in Uttarakhand's Manglaur constituency, police clashed with Muslim voters, resulting in several injuries. Victims claim they were prevented from voting. A local Congress leader accused the police of suppressing Muslim votes, calling for immediate investigation and accountability to ensure a fair electoral process.

Imam Maulana Shahabuddin was killed in India after his motorcycle collided with an auto rickshaw carrying a Hindu family. The husband and brother-in-law accused him of causing the accident intentionally, leading to a mob beating him. Despite police denying a communal motive, family insist the attack was driven by religious hatred, reflecting rising intolerance.

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Despite fewer votes in recent elections, the Hindutva government in India continues its anti-Muslim activities, including demolishing Muslim homes and mosques, and tolerating lynching by vigilante groups. The government shows no signs of changing its stance, raising concerns about the future of communal harmony and democratic principles in the country.

Durga Vahini, the women's wing of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), conducted a public procession under police protection, displaying firearms, swords, spears, and knives. The VHP, classified by the CIA as a Hindu extremist organization, has a global presence. This incident highlights disparities in legal treatment between Hindus and Muslims, raising concerns about the status of Muslims in India.

Anand Ranganathan, a pro-Hindutva media figure, advocates for Israel-style military actions against Kashmiri Muslims. He argues Israel doesn't seek to resolve the Palestinian issue permanently but rather could eliminate Palestinians for a greater Israel. He suggests India should reclaim homes for displaced Hindus like Israel did and criticizes the ideology opposing Hindutva.

In the days before Eid al-Adha, attacks by Hindutva groups on Muslims have surged in several Indian states. These groups have targeted Muslims transporting cattle for sacrifice, resulting in fear, injuries, and damage to properties. Despite declining support for Hindutva parties, violence against Muslims persists, even in states governed by secular parties like Congress.

Gautam Khattar, a Hindu journalist turned hatemonger, misrepresents Quranic verses to spread Islamophobia. In a recent speech in Karnataka, he shared inflammatory remarks about Muslims, including a fabricated quote from the Quran. Under BJP rule, such hate speech is increasing in India, with Hindutva politics promoting misinformation and hatred against Islam.

The political representation of Indian Muslims has significantly declined in recent years. Despite being 18% of the population, Muslims hold only 2.76% of parliamentary seats, the lowest in history. In 1980, there were 49 Muslim MPs; today, there are just 22. This underrepresentation extends to state legislatures, with only 6% of over 4,000 state legislators being Muslim, leading to difficulties in securing resources and opposing harmful policies, causing alienation and distrust in democratic processes.

The 2024 election results brought hope to Muslims, providing a chance to breathe. Despite reduced fear under Modi's government, Muslims must continue their fight for existence. Activist Yogendra Yadav, with his accurate election predictions, highlights the need to challenge pseudo-secular politics and the ongoing battle against Islamophobia. The recent elections have restored some faith and security for the Muslim community.

Hemant Soren, Jharkhand's Chief Minister, and Aravind Kejriwal, Delhi's Chief Minister, were arrested in 2024, both opposing Modi and BJP. Kalvakuntla Kavitha, MP and daughter of Telangana's ex-Chief Minister, was also arrested. The elections are crucial for India's democracy. The Modi government is accused of creating a dictatorship, imprisoning opposition, and endangering democracy, similar to tactics used by Putin, Hasina, and Hitler.

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) is the world’s largest cadre-based, right-wing paramilitary organization leading a network of Hindu groups. Its women's wing, the Rashtra Sevika Samiti, boasts over 5,200 branches and around 1 million members. The women's wing supports Hindutva ideology, promoting Hindu supremacy and anti-Muslim sentiments. Their involvement strengthens grassroots support for the BJP and contributes to divisive politics and increased violence against Muslims.

Mohammad Murtaza’s $60 million transport business was burned down by a mob of 300 Bajrang Dal activists during the Ram Navami festival. They set his warehouse and buses ablaze, stole $16,000, and brutally assaulted him. This attack highlights the targeted violence against thriving Muslim businesses in the region. #JusticeForMurtaza #StopHateCrimes #BiharNews

In Karnataka, a clash erupted at Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College when Hindu students chanted the provocative slogan "Jai Shree Ram" during a peaceful festival. Hindutva supporters falsely accused 17 Muslim students of chanting "Pakistan Zindabad," but police found no evidence. This incident highlights the deep-seated hatred against Islam fostered during BJP rule. #StopTheHate

Indian Muslims are shocked and surprised by the attraction Arab Muslims have developed towards Hindutva leaders, especially those who oppose Islam. Dheerendra Shastri, who incites violence against Muslims and advises Hindus to use guns against Islamic missionaries, receives a warm welcome from some Arab Muslims. They enjoy desert rides with him and sit at his feet as if he were a god.

Asaduddin Owaisi highlights the dangers of the CAA for Muslims, explaining that the threat becomes clear when combined with the NRC and NPR. The 2019 NRC in Assam required Muslims to produce their grandparents' birth certificates, a nearly impossible task, while non-Muslims were granted citizenship. This aims to marginalize Muslims and reduce Islam's presence in India.

Yogi Adityanath, the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, is known as "Bulldozer Baba" for demolishing Muslim activists' homes and openly opposing Islam. Under his leadership, Hindu processions intimidating Muslims have increased, and he admits to extrajudicial killings and anti-Muslim actions. Adityanath and the BJP aim to diminish Islam's presence in India.

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) aims to marginalize Muslims in India by portraying Islam as foreign, rewriting history, and erasing Muslim heritage. Under Narendra Modi's party, incidents of mosque demolitions and temple constructions on their ruins have risen, reflecting the RSS's strategy to make Muslims second-class citizens and reshape India's religious landscape.

Himanta Biswa Sarma, a prominent BJP leader, has gained prominence through his anti-Muslim rhetoric. In Assam, he has closed madrasas, burned books, and demolished mosques. Recently, he called for Hindu temples to replace existing mosques and advocated for the Uniform Civil Code, which would abolish Muslim personal laws. He urged re-electing Modi to complete these goals.

Journalist Raghav Trivedi was brutally assaulted by Hindutva extremists while covering Amit Shah's speech. They mistook him for a Muslim and demanded he delete interview footage. Refusal led to verbal abuse and physical violence. Shockingly, police allegedly handed him to attackers. The incident highlights escalating intolerance. Let's unite against hate and demand justice.

Hindus allege Jama Masjid and Saleem Chishti mausoleum were once temples. Concerns grow over PM Modi's 2024 victory possibly erasing Muslim history with mosque demolition, echoing his Hindu-centric policies. This highlights tensions between religious heritage and political agendas in India. The controversy underscores the delicate balance between preserving cultural identity and promoting ideological narratives.