New Delhi: Religious intolerance in India has reached alarming levels under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with widespread persecution of Muslims, Christians, and low-caste Hindus.
According to a statement by Kashmir Media Service, violence, intimidation, and harassment against religious minorities have become a daily occurrence in India, leaving these communities in a constant state of fear. The persecution has intensified since the BJP’s rise to power, with laws such as the Citizenship Amendment Act being used to further disenfranchise Muslims and other minority groups.
Human rights activists and experts argue that the Modi government, driven by the ideology of Hindutva, is systematically marginalizing minorities and denying them their fundamental rights. They claim that the BJP and its ideological parent, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, are promoting an agenda aimed at purging India of its religious minorities.
The rise of religious intolerance has been accompanied by the growth of violent right-wing groups that advocate for the marginalization of non-Hindu populations. Many of these groups operate with impunity, emboldened by the BJP’s tacit support and the government’s reluctance to act against them.
The growing influence of Hindutva has sparked concerns globally, with many questioning India’s secular identity. Human rights organizations and international observers have raised alarms about the worsening situation, urging the global community to intervene before it escalates further.
Reports from international human rights bodies, including Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch, highlight the sharp rise in hate crimes, mob attacks, and discriminatory policies targeting minorities under Modi’s government.
The international community is being urged to take immediate action to address the human rights violations in India and ensure the government upholds the rights of its minority populations. Activists warn that failure to act will undermine the country’s democratic fabric, threatening peace and stability in the region.