USCIRF Report on Religious Freedom in India; Category: “Tier 2 Country”

In India, state-sponsored discrimination and violence against religious minorities, particularly Muslims and Christians, is escalating alarmingly. Rising nationalism, disguised as Hindutva, has fueled these attacks.

Under the BJP government, mob violence has surged, with cow-related lynchings becoming tragically common. This environment of fear and aggression is supported by official indifference.

The US State Department has condemned unlawful killings, including extrajudicial executions by government agents. Torture and cruel treatment by police are rampant, revealing a shocking disregard for human rights.

Activists and religious minorities face arbitrary arrests and detentions. The crackdown on dissent is severe, targeting those who dare to speak out against the regime.

Freedom of expression is stifled, with journalists and activists frequently harassed. The government imposes strict restrictions, creating a climate of fear and oppression.

According to the US Congressional Research Service, violence and discrimination against minorities are worsening. Regions like Manipur and Kashmir are plagued by extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances.

Transparency International highlights the destructive use of bulldozers against homes of religious minorities, especially Muslims. These targeted demolitions exemplify systematic oppression under the guise of law enforcement.

Such actions are grave violations of human rights. The international community must urgently address this crisis, demanding accountability for these abuses.