Muslims’ Religious Places are Targeted: SP MP on Yogi’s Remark
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recently sparked controversy by claiming that Muslims are the safest in the state. However, his statement has been met with widespread criticism, with many accusing him of being communal. The latest to take a dig at the CM is Samajwadi Party (SP) MP Rehman Barq, who has hit out at Yogi’s remark saying that Muslims’ religious sentiments are often hurt, and their places of worship are targeted.
In an interview, Barq sarcastically said, “After all this, the Muslims are safe.” His comment was aimed at highlighting the fact that despite Yogi’s claim, Muslims in the state continue to face threats and violence. The SP MP’s remarks come in the wake of a string of attacks on mosques and other religious places in the state, which have left many in the community feeling vulnerable and targeted.
Barq’s comments have been echoed by other opposition leaders, including Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Saugata Roy, who called Yogi “communal” while reacting to his remark. Roy’s statement has added fuel to the controversy, with many accusing the CM of dividing the society on communal lines.
Yogi’s statement was made during his campaign for the forthcoming elections in the state. He had claimed that Muslims are the safest in Uttar Pradesh, and that no one is more secure than them in the state. However, his statement has been met with widespread criticism, with many accusing him of being insensitive to the plight of Muslims in the state.
The controversy surrounding Yogi’s remark has once again highlighted the deep divisions in Indian society. While some have hailed his statement as a reflection of the state’s commitment to maintaining law and order, others have accused him of being communal and divisive.
The truth, however, is that Muslims in Uttar Pradesh continue to face significant challenges and threats. According to a report by the Human Rights Commission, there were over 100 attacks on Muslims and their places of worship in the state last year alone. The report also highlighted the fact that many of these attacks were perpetrated by right-wing groups and individuals who are sympathetic to the ruling BJP.
The attacks on Muslims and their places of worship are not limited to Uttar Pradesh. Across the country, Muslims continue to face attacks and intimidation, often by groups and individuals who claim to be acting in the name of Hinduism or national security.
The recent attacks on mosques and other religious places in the state have left many Muslims feeling frightened and vulnerable. The attacks have also led to widespread protests and demonstrations, with many calling for the government to take action to protect the community and its places of worship.
In the midst of this controversy, it is worth remembering that the attacks on Muslims and their places of worship are not isolated incidents. They are part of a broader pattern of discrimination and hate speech that has been building for years.
The rise of right-wing nationalism and the increasing polarization of Indian society have created an environment in which hate speech and violence against minorities are increasingly tolerated. The attacks on Muslims and their places of worship are a symptom of this broader problem, and they will continue to occur until the government and society as a whole take concrete steps to address the issue.
In conclusion, Yogi’s remark that Muslims are the safest in Uttar Pradesh is a shallow and divisive statement that fails to address the very real challenges and threats faced by Muslims in the state. The attacks on Muslims and their places of worship are a reminder of the deep divisions in Indian society, and they will continue to occur until the government and society as a whole take concrete steps to address the issue.
