Team Clarion
MUZAFFARNAGAR — Notorious for vitriolic and anti-Muslim hate speeches, former BJP MLA Vikram Saini has once again sparked outrage by urging Hindus to prepare for “self-defence against Muslims” by keeping sticks and stones in their shops. The speech, made during an event organised by the United Hindu Front, has drawn widespread outrage and concern.
Speaking at the event to commemorate the first anniversary of the Ram temple ceremony held in Ayodhya at the site of Babri Masjid, Saini said, “Do not employ these mullahs in your shops. Even if it costs more, pay a Hindu boy Rs. 15,000 instead of Rs. 10,000.” He advised shopkeepers to keep “four spade sticks and two boxes of stones” at their establishments, adding, “If someone attacks you with a stone, retaliate with one stone and ten sticks.”
Saini escalated his rhetoric by indirectly referring to Muslims as ‘Abdul,’ claiming, “When Abdul goes to get food, he stares at your sisters and daughters.”
Critics have condemned Saini’s rant as inflammatory and an attempt to deepen divisions between the Hindus and Muslims.
Addressing the gathering, Saini went on to assert that Pakistan “belongs to Muslims, and Hindustan belongs to Hindus,” adding that Hindus should be ready to defend themselves with sticks if threatened.
“If someone comes in the name of Waqf, you should stand up with a stick,” he said.
He added, “I am a thin person who gives speeches, but I have the courage to slap.”
Saini also called on the Hindus to have more children to counter Muslim birth rates, thundering, “If Muslims are giving birth to 11 children for Jihad, then Hindus should give birth to four children. One for the country, one for grandparents, one for parents, and one for society.”
These statements have drawn criticism from various political leaders, human rights organisations, and community leaders. Many have called for immediate action against Saini for spreading hate and division in the society.
The incident highlights the deepening fault lines in the political and social landscape of India, where provocative rhetoric is becoming increasingly common and normal, raising concerns about communal harmony and peace in the country.
