Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind Calls for Strict Action Against Those Responsible for Mewat Riots

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The unrest in Mewat was triggered by a provocative rally conducted by communal elements in Nuh, leading to unfortunate incidents of communal violence, the Jamiat said in a statement.

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NEW DELHI — Expressing its deep concern over the recent communal riots in Mewat, Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind on Tuesday described them not as isolated incidents but part of an organised movement fueled by hate-based programmes in the region. 

Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind President Maulana Mahmood Asad Madani has addressed a letter to Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, demanding immediate and strict action against erring police officers and those responsible for instigating the riots.

The unrest in Mewat was triggered by a provocative rally conducted by communal elements in Nuh, leading to unfortunate incidents of communal violence, the Jamiat said in a statement.

“Despite prior information about the situation and attempts to incite the public, the administration did not take appropriate action to prevent the escalation of tensions. Consequently, outsiders carrying weapons joined the local religious congregation, leading to violence that spread to other regions, resulting in the Anjuman Islam Mosque in Gurugram being set on fire, and the brutal killing of its imam, Hafiz Muhammad Saad, a native of Sitamarhi, Bihar,” the statement said.

Maulana Madani emphasised that the situation in Mewat is not an abrupt incident, but rather a consequence of continuous hate-based programs and open incitement against Muslims in the areas of Gurugram, Manesar, and Patodi, where numerous incidents of mob lynching have been witnessed. He expressed concern over the failure to arrest the accused, Munu Manesar, who is allegedly involved in the burning of Junaid and Nasir alive in Mewat. “Despite international notoriety, he is enjoying government shelter and support provided by Hindu extremist organisations,” the statement said.

Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind has repeatedly appealed to Chief Minister Khattar to take appropriate action, but unfortunately, no concrete action has been taken so far.

In an effort to establish peace and order in the region, a central delegation of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, led by Maulana Hakeemuddin Qasmi, the JUH general secretary, visited Gurugram and met with the family members of the deceased Hafiz Saad and provided support during this difficult time. The body of the victim was sent to his native Sitamarhi with the assistance of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind. Additionally, Jamiat Ulama of Sitamarhi has been directed to take care of the family.

The Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind delegation also engaged with local police officers, expressing willingness to extend all possible cooperation in establishing peace. The delegation is scheduled to visit Sohna and Nuh to assess the situation and offer further support as needed, the statement said. 

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