Mayawati demands action against Yati Narasimhanand over Prophet Muhammad remarks

Controversy has erupted following remarks made by Yati Narasimhanand, head of the Dasna Devi temple, regarding Prophet Muhammad. His statements have ignited widespread unrest, prompting Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati to express her condemnation and demand accountability. Through posts on the social media platform X, Mayawati criticized the lack of police action against Narasimhanand, while protests led by the Muslim community and secular organizations have gained momentum.

Mayawati pointed out that the police have focused on detaining protesters instead of holding Narasimhanand accountable for his inflammatory remarks. She emphasized that these comments have created tension not only in Ghaziabad but across various parts of the country. Her statements highlight a growing concern among citizens regarding unequal treatment under the law, where the instigators of hate speech are often not penalized.

In her posts, Mayawati reiterated the importance of secularism enshrined in the Indian Constitution, which guarantees equal respect for all religions. She called on both the central and state governments to take stringent legal action against individuals who violate this principle. Mayawati emphasized that the freedom to practice one's faith must be protected, and hate speech targeting any community should face appropriate legal consequences to ensure societal peace and harmony.

The controversy surrounding Narasimhanand's remarks has escalated into protests in Ghaziabad and various districts of Uttar Pradesh, as well as in other states. Following the viral circulation of a video featuring Narasimhanand's inflammatory statements, demonstrators gathered outside the Dasna Devi temple, prompting heightened security measures in the area. Although a case has been registered against Narasimhanand under multiple sections of the Indian Penal Code, many citizens remain frustrated by the perceived lack of action against him. As tensions continue to rise, Mayawati's calls for justice resonate with advocates for equality and respect among all religious communities in India.

1. यूपी के गाजियाबाद में डासना देवी मन्दिर के महंत द्वारा इस्लाम मज़हब के खिलाफ फिर से नफरती बयानबाजी की गयी जिससे उस पूरे इलाके में तथा देश के कई हिस्सों में भी अशान्ति व तनाव की स्थिति उत्पन्न है। पुलिस द्वारा प्रदर्शनकारियों के खिलाफ तो कार्रवाई की गयी किन्तु मूल दोषी भयमुक्त।

— Mayawati (@Mayawati) October 6, 2024