Violence against worshipers in Delhi starkly reflects Islamophobia.
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Jamiat president writes letter to HM to terminate such Islamophobic police officer
New Delhi 08-03-2024, Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind President Maulana Mahmood Madani strongly condemned police officer's physical attack on worshippers during Juma prayer at Inder Lok, North Delhi.
In a letter to the Home Minister of the Government of India, he pointed out that such incidents not only deepen a significant trust deficit but also tarnish the country's global reputation.
He emphasized the lasting psychological impact on the Muslim community when law enforcement becomes the perpetrator, particularly the brutality faced by individuals engaged in prayers. As guardians of law and order, the police must uphold their duty and exercise caution when dealing with religious matters to avoid exacerbating the trust deficit and global reputation damage.
In his letter he urged the immediate termination of the police officer responsible for the hate-filled actions. He asserted that the officer's conduct reflects a deep-seated Islamophobic attitude influenced by communal forces, highlighting the need for the officer's ideological reformation and training for responsible behavior.
Maulana Madani expressed concern about the alarming anti-Muslim atmosphere in Delhi, aggravated not only by anti-social elements but also exacerbated by the involvement of state machinery, including the police. He demanded directives to law enforcement agencies to prioritize the safety and security of all citizens, regardless of their religious background, emphasizing the importance of protecting lives and liberties over taking matters into their own hands.
Maulana Madani sought decisive action in this matter to restore faith in the justice system and ensure accountability for the actions of the involved police officer. The letter concludes with a call for swift measures to address the pressing issues at hand.
Niaz Ahmed Farooqui
Secretary, Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind
