POLIQ
Indian Politics
Jamiat Chief Alarms Over Rising Communalism, 'Intimidation'
Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind chief Maulana Arshad Madani recently expressed profound concern over what he termed "rising communalism" and a "politics of intimidation" across India. Following a two-day Working Committee meeting on May 17, 2026, the organization highlighted the "alarming" situation, citing increased measures against Muslims and Islamic symbols, alongside a perceived silence from constitutional institutions. Madani alleged that politics rooted in hatred had transformed into intimidation, aiming to instill fear among the Muslim community. He also criticized an alleged remark by a newly elected political leader in West Bengal about working "only for Hindus". The Jamiat called for united resistance from opposition parties and civil society against these "communal and fascist forces".
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind chief Arshad Madani expressed deep concern over rising communalism and 'politics of intimidation' in India.
The organization criticized the perceived silence of constitutional institutions amid increasing measures against Muslims and Islamic symbols.
Madani called for unity among opposition parties, civil society, and citizens to resist perceived communal and divisive forces.
Concerns were raised about an alleged 'planned attempt' to transform India into an 'ideological state' through various policy initiatives, including the Uniform Civil Code and mandatory Vande Mataram.
WHY IT MATTERS
Statements from such a prominent Islamic organization underscore significant concerns within a large segment of India's Muslim community, potentially intensifying political discourse on secularism, minority rights, and national unity.