The world labelled us ‘refugee’,
In Allah’s wide land, and sea and sky
We are pariahs,
Ways of profits for human traffickers
Columnists still relish our survival feats!
Rana believed that there could be no progress of socialist practice without the inclusion of Dalits, Adivasis, Muslims and other marginalized communities in the agenda.
Ever since the Modi government came to power organised violence against Muslims has been on the rise. It has reached such a level that constant fear is plaguing many ordinary Muslims throughout the country. Reports after reports have documented accounts of hatred against the Muslim community. Islamophobia has gripped the country. Hatred has been spread at such a level that gory incidents are taking place at regular intervals. Lynching has become a new-normal affair in the country.