Here’s what happened, in simple terms:
A 22-year-old man named Mueeb was walking near a well-known university in Haridwar on the night of June 26. Out of nowhere, a group of 8 to 10 men stopped him. They asked questions and figured out he was Muslim. That’s when things got ugly.
They started yelling at him, using abusive words. Then they began hitting him with sticks. It happened in a public place, where students and others often pass by.
Mueeb works as an electrician. After the attack, he was found unconscious and taken to a government hospital. But the hospital only gave him basic care and said they couldn’t help more because a surgeon wasn’t available. His father had to take him to a private clinic instead
Sadly, the family couldn’t afford to keep him there for long. They brought him back home the next day. That evening, Mueeb’s condition got worse — he had a high fever. A doctor told them he needed to be hospitalized again.
Later that night, the family, along with some local activists, went to the police. They filed a report at the Kankhal police station. Police said they are investigating, but no one has been arrested. One man was picked up and questioned, but he was let go soon after.
Local groups are very upset. They say this wasn’t just a random crime — it was a hate attack. They’re asking why the police haven’t acted faster or more seriously.
One activist, Hema Bhandari, said this isn’t just about Mueeb. She said it’s a threat to the basic values of India — like justice and equality. She and others want the state to send a strong message: hate crimes won’t be allowed to continue.
The big picture:
Many people feel attacks like this are becoming more common in India, especially against minorities. They’re calling for stronger action from the government and police to protect everyone, no matter their religion.
I attained the title of Hafiz-e-Quran from Jamia Rahmania Bashir Hat, West Bengal. Building on this, in 2024, I earned the degree of Moulana from Jamia Islamia Arabia, Amruha, U.P. These qualifications signify my expertise in Quranic memorization and Islamic studies, reflecting years of dedication and learning.
