India-Pakistan conflict risks deepening religious tensions DW 05/13/2025
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India-Pakistan conflict risks deepening religious tensions  DW  05/13/2025
"Vikram Misri stated that one of the attackers' goals was to incite communal discord, underlining the government's efforts to maintain unity against such provocations."
"The incident highlights a troubling surge in hate speech, with right-wing groups calling for the expulsion of Muslim citizens, further polarizing the Indian society."
"Hate speech has permeated society, as seen in protests demanding the renaming of Karachi Bakery, a reflection of rising anti-Muslim sentiment."
"Misri's message of unity was juxtaposed against a backdrop of escalating hate, as anti-Muslim rhetoric intensified in the aftermath of deadly attacks."
India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri addressed the media following a deadly attack in Pahalgam that left 26 civilians dead, framing the government's response as a collective victory against attempts to instigate communal violence. He spoke alongside military representatives of different faiths to emphasize unity amidst rising sectarian tensions. The attack intensified anti-Muslim sentiments, with nationalist groups increasingly blaming Muslims for terrorism and calling for their removal. This hate speech has manifested in real-world actions like the vandalism of 'Karachi Bakery' in Hyderabad, reflecting deepening societal divides.
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