“Jamaat-e-Islami Hind Condemns Gaza ‘Genocide,’ Rising Lynchings & Bulldozer Demolitions in India”
Calls for Immediate Ceasefire, Justice for Lynching Victims, and Halt to Arbitrary Demolitions
New Delhi, June 3, 2025 — Jamaat-e-Islami Hind (JIH) has strongly condemned the ongoing Israeli military offensive in Gaza, the alarming rise in anti-Muslim violence across India, and the arbitrary demolition of Muslim properties, calling them grave violations of human rights and constitutional norms.
“Operation Gideon’s Chariot is a Genocide”: JIH Slams Israeli Offensive in Gaza
At a monthly press conference, JIH Vice President Prof. Salim Engineer denounced Israel’s renewed military campaign in Gaza, describing it as a “genocide” marked by indiscriminate bombings, ground invasions, and the systematic destruction of civilian infrastructure.
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“The deliberate targeting of schools, hospitals, and aid distribution points constitutes war crimes,” Prof. Engineer said. “Over 53,000 Palestinians, including 18,000 children, have been killed. Gaza’s 2.3 million residents now face famine and medical collapse due to aid blockades and the destruction of vital facilities.”
He criticized the international community’s inaction and U.S. complicity, urging India to take a stronger stance. “The Indian government must move beyond mere expressions of concern and demand decisive action against Israel’s atrocities. We call for an immediate ceasefire, lifting of the blockade, and the full restoration of Palestinian rights, including the right to return and an independent state.”
JIH Expresses Concern Over Floods in Northeast, Engages in Relief Efforts
Prof. Engineer also highlighted the devastating landslides and floods in Northeast India, urging the government to intensify relief efforts. “Jamaat-e-Islami Hind is actively assisting affected communities, but the government must take special measures to protect lives and property,” he said.
“Lynchings Continue with Impunity”: JIH Demands Strict Anti-Mob Violence Laws
JIH Vice President Malik Moatasim Khan addressed the escalating anti-Muslim violence in India, citing recent attacks on Muslim meat traders in Aligarh, where victims were stripped, beaten, and falsely accused under cow slaughter laws.
“From Abdul Rahiman’s killing in Bantwal to Ashraf’s lynching in Mangaluru, mob violence persists due to weak enforcement of anti-lynching laws,” Khan said. “Despite Supreme Court rulings, justice remains elusive. We demand strict implementation of the Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, including life imprisonment and the death penalty for such crimes.”
“Bulldozer Injustice Must Stop”: JIH Condemns Demolition of Muslim Properties
Khan also condemned the arbitrary demolition of Muslim homes and madrasas, particularly in Uttar Pradesh. A JIH fact-finding team reported that several registered madrasas in Bahraich and Shravasti were demolished or sealed without due process.
“These actions violate constitutional rights and undermine India’s democratic fabric,” Khan asserted. “The Supreme Court has ruled that properties cannot be demolished merely because their owners are accused of crimes. We urge authorities to follow judicial guidelines and halt these unlawful actions.”
Call to Uphold Rule of Law
JIH reiterated its demand for justice in Gaza, an end to anti-Muslim violence, and adherence to legal procedures in property disputes. “Silence and inaction only embolden perpetrators. The government must uphold the rule of law and protect the rights of all citizens,” Khan concluded.
The press conference underscored JIH’s commitment to human rights and its call for urgent national and international intervention to address these crises.
Quotes On Gaza:
“The world cannot remain silent while Gaza burns. What we are witnessing is not a war—it is the systematic erasure of a people.” — Prof. Salim Engineer, Vice President, Jamaat-e-Islami Hind
“How many more children must die before the so-called champions of human rights wake up? The blockade is a death sentence for millions.” — Prof. Salim Engineer
On Anti-Muslim Violence in India:
“Lynchings have become a brutal spectacle in Modi’s India. When the law looks away, mobs take over.” — Malik Moatasim Khan, Vice President, Jamaat-e-Islami Hind
“The Aligarh case is not an exception—it is a pattern. Muslim lives are being criminalized while the state turns a blind eye.” — Malik Moatasim Khan
On Bulldozer Demolitions:
“Bulldozers are not instruments of justice—they are weapons of collective punishment. This is vendetta politics, not rule of law.” — Malik Moatasim Khan
“A madrasa today, a mosque tomorrow. If due process is murdered, what remains of democracy?” — Malik Moatasim Khan
On Government Inaction:
“Expressing ‘concern’ is not enough. India must choose: Will it stand with the oppressed, or the oppressors?” — Prof. Salim Engineer
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Q&A: JIH on Gaza, Anti-Muslim Violence, and Bulldozer Demolitions
Q1: What is Jamaat-e-Islami Hind’s (JIH) stance on the ongoing conflict in Gaza?
A: JIH strongly condemns Israel’s military offensive, “Operation Gideon’s Chariot,” calling it a “genocide” marked by indiscriminate bombings, destruction of hospitals and schools, and blockade of humanitarian aid. Over 53,000 Palestinians, including 18,000 children, have been killed. JIH demands an immediate ceasefire, lifting of the blockade, and international action to hold Israel accountable.
Q2: How does JIH view India’s role in the Gaza crisis?
A: JIH urges the Indian government to move beyond “mere expressions of concern” and take a principled stand by pressuring Israel to halt its offensive and supporting Palestinian statehood at the UN.
Q3: What is JIH’s response to the recent anti-Muslim violence in India?
A: JIH highlights cases like the Aligarh meat traders’ assault and lynchings in Karnataka, stressing that mob violence continues due to weak enforcement of anti-lynching laws. They demand strict implementation of the Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, including life imprisonment or the death penalty for perpetrators.
Q4: Why is JIH criticizing bulldozer demolitions in Uttar Pradesh?
A: JIH’s fact-finding teams found that registered madrasas and homes in Bahraich and Shravasti were demolished without due process, violating Supreme Court guidelines. They argue this targets Muslims disproportionately and undermines constitutional rights.
Q5: What action does JIH want from authorities regarding demolitions?
A: JIH demands an immediate halt to arbitrary demolitions, adherence to Supreme Court rulings (which prohibit punitive property destruction), and accountability for officials violating due process.
Q6: Is JIH involved in any relief efforts amid recent disasters?
A: Yes. JIH is assisting communities affected by landslides and floods in Northeast India and urges the government to escalate relief measures to protect lives and livelihoods.
Q7: What broader message is JIH conveying through these statements?
A: JIH emphasizes that silence on Gaza, impunity for anti-Muslim violence, and extrajudicial demolitions threaten global justice and India’s secular democracy. They call for urgent action to uphold human rights and the rule of law.
