Hindu Munnani State President Kadeswara C. Subramaniam has issued a statement criticizing the Tamil Nadu government for their silence regarding the alleged atrocities committed by radical Muslim groups, raising concerns about whether the state is turning into a state run by the Taliban.
Subramaniam’s statement raised serious concerns about the escalating Islamic extremist activities in Tamil Nadu. Recently, reports have emerged of violence perpetrated by the Islamic political party SDPI, which is believed to be a front for banned Islamic organizations.
Videos circulating on social media show police officers passively observing these acts of sectarian violence, seemingly indifferent to the unfolding chaos. This pattern of inaction by law enforcement has persisted under both the DMK and AIADMK administrations, with allegations that Dravidian leaders obstruct police efforts against Islamic extremists, allege Hindu Munnani. For instance, during a recent protest against SDPI’s toll fee hike, demonstrators were reportedly attacked with stones while chanting “Allahu Akbar.”
This troubling trend mirrors the violence seen in Bangladesh, where Islamophobia led to widespread unrest. Tamil Nadu may be on a similar trajectory, with recent threats against the Palani BJP office highlighting the severity of the issue. A fatwa threatening Hindu leaders was discovered, but the subsequent investigation was reportedly stymied under external pressure. Only after a tip-off did the police arrest two suspected terrorists in Theni district, uncovering weapons and other details. However, it’s unclear whether further investigation was pursued.
The SDPI’s violent actions have brought the issue of Islamic extremism to the forefront. Questions are now being asked about whether the police intelligence failed to anticipate these attacks and if historical incidents of Islamic groups engaging in violence were ignored. The police’s reluctance to act against the perpetrators raises suspicions that the ruling DMK might be involved or complicit in these acts.
During the Vinayagar Chathurthi Visarjana procession in Chennai, police reportedly engaged in dialogue with protesting Muslim youths instead of taking action. With Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister aiming to attract foreign investment from countries like the U.S. and Japan, the state’s lenient stance on sectarian violence could deter potential investors.
The Hindu Munnani calls for the Tamil Nadu government to address these issues decisively. They urge action against those involved in planned sectarian violence and warn that failing to combat such anti-social behaviour could destabilize the state.
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