Historical mosques in India find themselves in the crosshairs of the Modi government following the infamous demolition of the Babri Masjid.
As elections loom, reports suggest that the government, in a bid for political triumph, is infringing upon the fundamental rights of the Muslim community.
The capital, New Delhi, has witnessed not only the targeting of mosques but also the desecration of Muslim cemeteries.
A centuries-old Akhunji Masjid in New Delhi has reportedly fallen victim to the Modi government's actions.
Local residents recount disturbing incidents of extremist Hindus violating the sanctity of Muslim graves and defiling copies of the Holy Quran.
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The extent of disrespect has reached horrifying levels, with burial shrouds and human remains left exposed.
The Imam of the mosque reveals a distressing episode where the Indian army forcefully entered the mosque premises with bulldozers, demanding immediate evacuation.
Despite possessing valid documents, the residents were allegedly told that the land belonged to the Delhi Development Authority, and shockingly, no formal notice was issued.
Adding to the gravity of the situation, the mosque served as a refuge for orphaned children, providing them with essential rights, education, and monthly medical camps.
The broader Muslim community in India is reported to be living in a state of constant fear and harassment.
As tensions escalate, the international community closely watches the unfolding events, raising concerns about the protection of religious and human rights in the world's largest democracy.
