A fresh political firestorm has ignited with Asaduddin Owaisi filing charges against Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma. The AIMIM supremo handed a complaint to Hyderabad’s police chief on Monday, spotlighting a contentious video that briefly appeared on BJP’s Assam X page before being scrubbed.
The clip, uploaded February 7, featured Sarma in a simulated shooting scenario against Muslim-looking targets, accompanied by aggressive phrases like ‘point blank’ and ‘no pity.’ Owaisi slammed it as hate-mongering designed to inflame passions and spark riots.
His letter meticulously outlines Sarma’s track record of targeting Muslims through speeches, posts, and media appearances over years, many still online. Recent escalations, Owaisi argued, show premeditated efforts to erode religious harmony and challenge national cohesion.
Drawing on Supreme Court directives from key cases, Owaisi reminded officials of their obligation to combat hate speech proactively. “Inaction is not an option; it’s a breach of constitutional mandate,” he asserted.
With the video’s reach extending across India—including Hyderabad—Owaisi demanded prompt FIR registration and action. This clash between two vocal leaders underscores deepening divides in India’s body politic, where social media amplifies every provocation.
As the complaint progresses, it could set precedents for handling digital incitement by public figures, prompting broader debates on free speech versus communal peace.