Azim Premji University students, alumni stand in solidarity with Muslims

NT Correspondent

Bengaluru: In light of the recent incidents where the nation has witnessed a surge in attacks targeting Muslims, accompanied by a rising tide of hate crimes and Islamophobia, students and alumni of Azim Premji University, Bengaluru, have united to condemn these events and the harmful environment that has been created.

The alumni and students have said they stand in solidarity with Muslims in the country.

In a statement released by the students mentioned the recent killing of three Muslim passengers by an RPF Jawan on the Jaipur-Mumbai Train, calling it a terrible tragedy. It is a hate crime that must be condemned by everyone.

It is also a reminder of the discrimination and violence that Muslims face in our society, they stated. In the release they said, “Our solidarity with the victims and their grieving families remains steadfast, as they continue to endure prolonged anti-Muslim sentiment. It is indeed disheartening that this act of terrorism has not garnered acknowledgement or condolences from the highest echelons of the nation's leadership.”

It further stated that in the spirit of unity, education, organisation and agitation, the rallying cry ‘Inquilab Zindabad!’ resounds.

This expression of solidarity emanates from the individual capacity of the student community of Azim Premji University, Bengaluru. It should be noted that this statement may not necessarily align with the official stance of the University.