India’s National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) has revealed an alarming uptick in communal riots during 2022 across India, with Maharashtra state taking the lead.
According to Kashmir Media Service, the rise in cases, especially those linked to communal and religious issues, political matters, and caste-related conflicts, points towards a complex and potentially volatile situation.
The statistics provided, with Maharashtra lead-ing with 8,218 cases, Bihar with 4,736 cases, and Uttar Pradesh with 4,478 cases, highlight the wide-spread nature of the issue. The impact on the lives of nearly 9,858 individuals underscores the human toll of such communal violence.
The NCRB report’s emphasis on the role of religious hate speeches on social media platforms in contributing to the volatile atmosphere is noteworthy. Inflammatory statements have not only fueled tensions but have also resulted in the loss of lives and property. The report identifies the impact of political leaders making provocative statements, adding fuel to the already tense situation.
Communal clashes have led to a hostile envi-ronment, affecting the day-to-day lives of citizens. From post-Maharashtra communal violence against individuals of other religions to provocative statements and criticisms on social media, the NCRB report paints a grim picture of the communal landscape in the state.
The situation is not limited to Maharashtra alone, as Bihar and Uttar Pradesh have also wit-nessed a significant number of communal clashes during the year.—KMS
