New Delhi: International media has brought attention to a state-backed campaign of hostility against Muslims in India under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government, following a controversial incident in Pahalgam. The reports reveal a rising wave of anti-Muslim sentiment, exacerbated by the Bharatiya Janata Party’s actions.
Global media outlets have documented an increase in violence directed at Muslims in various regions, including Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Maharashtra. These areas have seen a significant rise in attacks and threats against the Muslim minority community.
Additionally, the reports highlight the Modi government’s role in fostering an environment of hostility toward Muslims. Indian digital media platforms have been identified as channels for anti-Muslim propaganda.
According to Al Jazeera, in the days following the Pahalgam incident, at least twenty songs with Islamophobic themes were released, further inflaming tensions. This development underscores the media’s concerns over the escalating situation in the country.