Bharat Jalao Party Sets National Capital Burning - Literally! With a Foreign Dignitary Visiting: A "First" for Independent India: Must Be Doused Right Now!
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Sukla Sen
Feb 25, 2020, 3:29:54 AM2/25/20
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[Bharat Jalao Party sets national capital on fire - literally.
With a foreign dignitary visiting.
That's the level of brazenness being exhibited.
Provides a strong clue as to where we're headed to, unless effective resistance is offered.
And, make no mistake!
The fire is lit at the behest of a local BJP leader: Kapil Mishra.
Here're three critical glimpses of Mishra:
I. 'BJP leader (Kapil Mishra) leads group chanting 'goli maaron saalo ko', Twitter slams him for inciting hatred' at <https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/clear-roads-in-3-days-or-we-will-take-to-streets-bjp-leader-kapil-mishra-6283176/>.
II. 'Watch: Kapil Mishra gives ultimatum to Delhi cops, says ‘clear roads in three days or we will take to streets’' at <https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/won-t-listen-after-3-days-bjp-kapil-mishra-ultimatum-to-delhi-police-to-vacate-jaffrabad-chand-bagh-roads-1649271-2020-02-23>.
III. 'Clashes erupt in Delhi after BJP leader Kapil Mishra’s rally near anti-CAA protest: In a video released by him after the violence, Kapil Mishra can be heard threatening the anti-CAA protesters. He told The Indian Express he had to make the statements to “release pressure” building among the crowd.' at <https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/delhi/clashes-erupt-in-delhi-after-bjp-leaders-rally-near-anti-caa-protest-6283290/>.
So, he didn't wait for three days.
<<The violence in the Muslim-majority areas in north-east Delhi began on Sunday
The violence has been linked to a BJP leader, Kapil Mishra, who had threatened a group of protesters staging a sit-in against the CAA over the weekend, telling them that they would be forcibly evicted once Donald Trump had left India.>>
(Excerpted from the BBC report reproduced below.)
Here's, understandably, a video clip of Delhi burning: <https://www.facebook.com/darab.farooqui.9/videos/10156828748871863/?t=0>.
Here're numerous photo shoots of the violence:
I. <https://gulfnews.com/photos/news/delhi-burning-bleeding-in-citizenship-amendment-act-protests-1.1582613488656>.
II. <https://www.huffingtonpost.in/entry/delhi-burning-is-what-you-need-to-see-today-not-the-trumps_in_5e5498a0c5b6ad3de38339d4>.
The violence is, reportedly, still continuing.
7 persons, including one from the police force, are, as yet, reported killed.
A BBC report is reproduced below.
Visit the original site, for the visuals.]
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-india-51612461
Donald Trump in India: Seven killed in Delhi violence during visit
52 minutes ago
Media caption
Inside Delhi's night of horror
Seven people have been killed in Delhi in protests against India's controversial new citizenship law, as US President Donald Trump made his first official visit to the country.
A policeman and six civilians have died in the capital's deadliest day since the new law was passed last year.
Vehicles were set alight in the clashes between supporters and opponents of the law which, critics say, targets India's 200 million Muslims.
There are fears of further clashes.
BBC reporters in north-east Delhi say that despite heavy police presence, there are crowds of people throwing stones in the affected areas.
"There are around 200 people, some are holding the Indian flag in their hands, others are holding saffron flags, generally associated with right-wing Hindu groups. They are chanting Jai Shri Ram (hail Lord Ram)," BBC Hindi reporter Faisal Mohammed said.
The crowd was also shouting "shoot the traitors", our reporter added.
Correspondents say the timing of this incident is an embarrassment to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he hosts the US president and the violence has taken the spotlight away from Mr Trump's visit.
Where is the violence?
It broke out in three Muslim-majority areas in north-east Delhi on Sunday and continued into Monday.
The violence in the area has seen protesters firmly split along religious lines, BBC reporters who were at the location, said.
Both sides have blamed each other for starting the violence.
Image copyrightREUTERS
Image caption
The violence in the Muslim-majority areas in north-east Delhi began on Sunday
The violence has been linked to a BJP leader, Kapil Mishra, who had threatened a group of protesters staging a sit-in against the CAA over the weekend, telling them that they would be forcibly evicted once Donald Trump had left India.
The clashes spilled into Monday and police fired tear gas shells and led baton charges to disperse the stone-throwing crowds. TV footage showed flames and smoke billowing from buildings.
Eyewitnesses said they saw charred vehicles and streets full of stones in areas like Jaffrabad and Chand Bagh on Tuesday morning. Some said these areas resembled war zones.
Police were allowing people to enter only after checking their identity cards. Some Metro stations have also been shut.
What are officials doing?
Delhi's freshly re-elected Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, called on the federal government to restore law and order.
"There are not enough police on the streets [in the affected areas]. Local police are saying they are not getting orders from above to control the situation, and they are not able to take action," he told reporters.
The capital's police force reports directly to Mr Modi's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government.
Image copyrightAFP
Home Minister Amit Shah, who is in-charge of Delhi's police forces, is holding a meeting with Mr Kejriwal to discuss the situation.
Who are the dead and injured?
Six civilians and one policeman have been killed in the violence so far.
At least 35 people are being treated in Delhi's GTB hospital for serious injuries, medical officials told BBC Hindi.
However, the number of injured is believed to be more than 100.
"One of the seriously injured is a senior police officer. He has now been moved to another hospital for specialised treatment," an official said.
Shahid Alvi, an auto rickshaw driver, died because of a bullet injury he suffered during the protest. His brother Rashid told BBC Hindi that Shahid was married just a month ago.
"He was shot in the stomach and died while we were taking him to the hospital," he said.
Another victim has been identified as Rahul Solanki.
His brother, Rohit Solanki, told BBC Hindi that he died after being shot as he tried to escape from a mob.
"He had gone out to buy groceries when he was suddenly surrounded. He was shot at point blank range. We tried taking him to four hospitals but we were turned away," he said.
Image copyrightGETTY IMAGES
Image caption
The police and protesters fought pitched battles on the streets of Delhi
What is the citizenship act about?
The Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) grants amnesty to non-Muslim immigrants from three nearby Muslim-majority countries.
Citizenship Amendment Bill: India's new 'anti-Muslim' law explained
Citizenship Amendment Act: The students versus the regime
The new law has raised fears that India's secular status is at risk.
Critics say it discriminates against Muslims. But the government says the protests are unnecessary as it only seeks to give amnesty to persecuted minorities.
Protests so far have been largely led by Muslim women and men, but a lot of Hindus have also joined them.
Media caption'Our son was shot dead by police'
Donald Trump in India: Seven killed in Delhi violence during visit
52 minutes ago
Media caption
Inside Delhi's night of horror
Seven people have been killed in Delhi in protests against India's controversial new citizenship law, as US President Donald Trump made his first official visit to the country.
A policeman and six civilians have died in the capital's deadliest day since the new law was passed last year.
Vehicles were set alight in the clashes between supporters and opponents of the law which, critics say, targets India's 200 million Muslims.
There are fears of further clashes.
BBC reporters in north-east Delhi say that despite heavy police presence, there are crowds of people throwing stones in the affected areas.
"There are around 200 people, some are holding the Indian flag in their hands, others are holding saffron flags, generally associated with right-wing Hindu groups. They are chanting Jai Shri Ram (hail Lord Ram)," BBC Hindi reporter Faisal Mohammed said.
The crowd was also shouting "shoot the traitors", our reporter added.
Correspondents say the timing of this incident is an embarrassment to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he hosts the US president and the violence has taken the spotlight away from Mr Trump's visit.
Where is the violence?
It broke out in three Muslim-majority areas in north-east Delhi on Sunday and continued into Monday.
The violence in the area has seen protesters firmly split along religious lines, BBC reporters who were at the location, said.
Both sides have blamed each other for starting the violence.
Image copyrightREUTERS
Image caption
The violence in the Muslim-majority areas in north-east Delhi began on Sunday
The violence has been linked to a BJP leader, Kapil Mishra, who had threatened a group of protesters staging a sit-in against the CAA over the weekend, telling them that they would be forcibly evicted once Donald Trump had left India.
The clashes spilled into Monday and police fired tear gas shells and led baton charges to disperse the stone-throwing crowds. TV footage showed flames and smoke billowing from buildings.
Eyewitnesses said they saw charred vehicles and streets full of stones in areas like Jaffrabad and Chand Bagh on Tuesday morning. Some said these areas resembled war zones.
Police were allowing people to enter only after checking their identity cards. Some Metro stations have also been shut.
What are officials doing?
Delhi's freshly re-elected Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, called on the federal government to restore law and order.
"There are not enough police on the streets [in the affected areas]. Local police are saying they are not getting orders from above to control the situation, and they are not able to take action," he told reporters.
The capital's police force reports directly to Mr Modi's ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government.
Image copyrightAFP
Home Minister Amit Shah, who is in-charge of Delhi's police forces, is holding a meeting with Mr Kejriwal to discuss the situation.
Who are the dead and injured?
Six civilians and one policeman have been killed in the violence so far.
At least 35 people are being treated in Delhi's GTB hospital for serious injuries, medical officials told BBC Hindi.
However, the number of injured is believed to be more than 100.
"One of the seriously injured is a senior police officer. He has now been moved to another hospital for specialised treatment," an official said.
Shahid Alvi, an auto rickshaw driver, died because of a bullet injury he suffered during the protest. His brother Rashid told BBC Hindi that Shahid was married just a month ago.
"He was shot in the stomach and died while we were taking him to the hospital," he said.
Another victim has been identified as Rahul Solanki.
His brother, Rohit Solanki, told BBC Hindi that he died after being shot as he tried to escape from a mob.
"He had gone out to buy groceries when he was suddenly surrounded. He was shot at point blank range. We tried taking him to four hospitals but we were turned away," he said.
Image copyrightGETTY IMAGES
Image caption
The police and protesters fought pitched battles on the streets of Delhi
What is the citizenship act about?
The Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) grants amnesty to non-Muslim immigrants from three nearby Muslim-majority countries.
Citizenship Amendment Bill: India's new 'anti-Muslim' law explained
Citizenship Amendment Act: The students versus the regime
The new law has raised fears that India's secular status is at risk.
Critics say it discriminates against Muslims. But the government says the protests are unnecessary as it only seeks to give amnesty to persecuted minorities.
Protests so far have been largely led by Muslim women and men, but a lot of Hindus have also joined them.
Media caption'Our son was shot dead by police'
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From: Sukla Sen <sukl...@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 at 19:43
Subject: Delhi Burning! Must be doused!
To: foil-l <foi...@insaf.net>, Say NO 2 UID Core Group <core-...@lists.nouid.in>
From: Sukla Sen <sukl...@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 at 19:43
Subject: Delhi Burning! Must be doused!
To: foil-l <foi...@insaf.net>, Say NO 2 UID Core Group <core-...@lists.nouid.in>
Delhi burning.
Exhaustive video documentation.
《Violence started on Sunday after local BJP leader Kapil Mishra held a pro-Citizenship Act rally in the area and threatened the police, asking that the roads be cleared of protestors. “We will not even listen to the Delhi Police if the roads are not cleared by the time United States President Donald Trump leaves the country,” Mishra had said.
Soon after Mishra’s speech, videos of demonstrators chanting “Jai Shri Ram” and collecting stones and bricks and loading them onto trucks surfaced on social media.》
If it succeeds in Delhi, it'll become a template for the rest of India - to start with, in BJP-ruled states.
Then the fire engulfs whole of India.
So, it must be halted in Delhi.
Peace Is Doable
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