Global Reports Warn of Rising State Actions Against Muslims in India

Global Reports Warn of Rising State Actions Against Muslims in India
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A detailed investigation by The Wire, citing findings from global media outlets, human rights groups, academic bodies, and diaspora activists, highlights growing international concern over alleged state-backed actions targeting Muslim communities and democratic institutions in India.

Covering the period from July 1 to 31, 2025, the report compiles documentation from Al Jazeera, The Washington Post, Nikkei Asia, Financial Times, Human Rights Watch, Bellingcat, and others. These sources report incidents including voter roll purges, mass deportations, bulldozer demolitions, and judicial repression, often linked to policies associated with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and affiliated groups.

Investigations allege that initiatives like voter re-registration drives and identity document confiscations disproportionately affect Muslim citizens, raising concerns about disenfranchisement and forced expulsions. Reports also cite attacks by cow vigilantes, the erasure of Mughal-era history, and an uptick in legal cases against journalists.

International organizations have responded with public statements, lobbying efforts, and screenings of testimonies from alleged victims. Analysts warn that the cumulative impact of these developments may undermine India’s secular and democratic foundations unless corrective measures are taken to restore constitutional protections and civil liberties.