Jamaat-e-Islami President Syed Saadatullah Hussaini expressed serious concern over the arrest of Islamic scholar Maulana Tauqir Raza Khan with several other people in Bareilly and said that it is a reflection that it is a reflection that in which direction our country is being taken by communal politics and hatred.
In a statement issued to the media, he said, ‘The expression of devotion and reverence started with the simple slogan of’ I Love Muhammad ‘, it was condemned to be condemnable by calling it a threat to public system. FIR and comprehensive collective arrests are not only unfair to criminal the peaceful suit of faith, but it is an insulting attack on the civilized ethos of respected and pluralism.
Maulana Tauqir Raza was under house arrest from the beginning
He said, ‘For centuries, the people of India have been living together respecting each other’s religious sentiments. It is unimaginable that such an expression of devotion can polarize society, rather, it is a political mischief that has given rise to this crisis.
He further said, ‘Reports show that Maulana Tauqir Raza was initially placed under house arrest and after that an FIR was lodged against hundreds of Muslims without proper investigation under the most rigorous provisions of the Indian Justice Code.’
Use of derogatory language against Maulana Tauqir
Hussaini said, ‘Even more disturbing is that some political leaders have used derogatory language against a reputed scholar like Maulana Tauqir Raza, which highlights the disgusting politics behind this entire episode. Such an inconsistent use of state power not only weakens the rule of law, but also deepens separation and mistrust.
The Jamaat president said, ‘India has faced countless protests and movements in its democratic journey. Although violent incidents such as stone pelting or damage to property should always be condemned, no allegations are valid without proper investigation and it is a basic principle of governance that law enforcement agencies respond with equality and genetics.
Communities are being divided
He said, ‘Similar movements in the past have been managed without any harsh allegations or balanced response of criminalization of the entire community. Targeting and taking action against any one group is a violation of both the spirit of the Constitution and the principles of fair governance.
Maulana said, ‘What is being displayed today is the misuse of state machinery and law enforcement for political objectives, which is turning the challenges of law and order into communal polarization opportunities. Every time elections come close, this cycle is repeated, communities are divided, mistrust is created and the social fabric of the nation is sacrificed for narrow benefits. This is a dangerous path, which is destroying democratic institutions and constitutional values.
Syed Saadatullah appeals to Muslim communities
Syed Saadatullah Hussaini said, ‘We appeal to the Muslim community to be firm, peaceful and follow the messages of patience, kindness and compassion of Prophet Muhammad (there is peace and grace of God). At the same time, we urge the government to immediately withdraw excessive allegations, release the people detained wrongly and restore equality, genetics and justice in governance.
Hussaini said, ‘India’s strength lies in the social fabric of its constitution, its pluralism and mutual respect. Weakening these foundations for short -term political benefits causes damage to not only a community, but the entire nation.
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