A scuffle erupted at Jamia Millia Islamia University during Deepavali celebrations on the night of 22 October 2024, involving two groups of students. The altercation occurred amid rangoli-making festivities, with reports indicating that the conflict began when one group vandalized the rangoli. Slogans such as “Allahu Akbar” and “Palestine Zindabad” were allegedly chanted during the chaos. The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP), which organized the event, condemned the administration for inaction and claimed that “outsiders” and “anti-social elements” disrupted the festivities. The Student Federation of India (SFI) accused the administration of inviting outsiders to create communal tension. Police were deployed, and although no formal complaints were filed, a lathi charge was reported, causing injuries and fear among students. This is the first instance. This incident follows previous clashes at the university, let us take a look at 6 other instances of anti-Hindu activities at Jamia Millia Islamia University in the recent past.
2. Inhuman Treatment, Forced Conversion At Jamia Islamia – July 2024
Delhi Police registered an FIR against Jamia Millia Islamia officials, including Registrar Nazim Hussain Al Jafri, Deputy Registrar Mohammed Naseem Haider, and Professor Shahid Tasleem, under SC/ST Act sections 3(1)(p) and 3(1)(q) based on a complaint from Ram Niwas Singh, an assistant in the Natural Sciences department. Singh, who has alleged caste-based discrimination, accused them of using derogatory language, forcing him to convert to Islam and harassment. Singh claimed he faced retaliation after filing a complaint with the SC Commission and sought legal recourse, leading to increased hostility from university officials, including fake complaints against him.
3. Pro-Babri Masjid Slogans Raised At Jamia Millia Islamia – January 2024
On 22 January 2024, tensions flared at Delhi’s Jamia Millia Islamia as videos surfaced of students chanting pro-Babri Masjid slogans on the day of the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha celebrations in Ayodhya. In response, Delhi Police deployed personnel outside the campus as a precautionary measure, although no arrests were made due to a lack of official complaints. The university administration reported that academic activities were not disrupted and that only a few students were involved. The slogans, which called for a boycott of classes, sparked controversy given the recent Supreme Court ruling favoring the Ram Janmabhoomi.
4. Protest Blaming Hindus For Nuh Violence – August 2023
A week after violence erupted in Nuh, Haryana in August 2023, following an attack on a Hindu procession, students at Jamia Millia Islamia staged a protest, labeling the attackers as victims and accusing Hindus of aggression. Despite reports of assaults on Hindu devotees, including deaths and injuries, protesters claimed the violence was anti-Muslim. Eyewitness accounts and FIRs revealed a premeditated attack by a mob targeting Hindu participants and locals. The situation has prompted efforts from certain groups to distort the narrative, portraying the attackers as victims while downplaying the violence against Hindus.
5. Muslim Students In Jamia Millia Islamia Intimidate, Threaten Other Students Against Celebrating Holi On Campus – March 2023
On 1 March 2023, during a Holi celebration event called ‘Rangotsav’ at Jamia Millia Islamia University, some Muslim students opposed the festivities, threatening peers who participated. Videos shared on social media showed one student criticizing the administration and intimidating revelers, while an Instagram story from another student condemned participation in Hindu festivals, citing religious beliefs.
6. Muslim Students Of Jamia Millia Raised Slogans Against Hindu Student Organisations – January 2023
Jamia Millia Islamia University took action against students from the Students’ Federation of India (SFI) who proposed to screen a controversial BBC documentary on PM Modi and the 2002 Gujarat riots, citing “disruption of peace.” Over 70 students have been detained by Delhi Police in connection with the planned screening and subsequent protests. University Vice-Chancellor Najma Akhtar condemned the SFI’s actions, emphasizing the need to maintain harmony on campus. The administration reiterated that no screenings or gatherings were allowed without prior permission, threatening strict disciplinary measures against organizers for any violations.
7. Principal Asks Dalit Teacher To Wash Utensils, Make Tea – July 2022
In July 2022, Harendra Kumar, a Scheduled Caste employee at Jamia Millia Islamia University, filed a complaint with the National Scheduled Caste Commission alleging that the university failed to implement reservations for Scheduled Castes and Tribes in appointments and promotions. Kumar accused the university’s officials of discrimination and colluding against him, which led to his wrongful termination from a guest computer teacher position. To support his claims, he provided evidence of threats and harassment from university authorities, including demands to perform menial tasks. Kumar’s actions prompted an investigation by a three-member committee formed by the commission to address the grievances he raised.
They not only indulged in anti-Hindu activities, but they also have been involving themselves in anti-national/anti-India activities over the years. Read more here.
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