Joint Memorandum

Condemning Blasphemous Remarks against

Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)

To                                                                                           

Respected Smt. D. Murmu,

Hon’ble President of India,

Rashtraprati Bhawan, New Delhi.

Respected Madam President,

We, the undersigned, representing intellectuals, peace-loving members of society, and citizens of diverse backgrounds, stand united in expressing our strong condemnation of the recent blasphemous remarks made against Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him). Such despicable statements are not only an affront to the Muslim community but an attack on the fabric of decency, mutual respect, and coexistence that our society strives to uphold.

There is no place in any civilized nation for words that insult and demean revered figures, especially those like the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), whose teachings emphasize peace, compassion, and justice. We strongly declare that there must be zero tolerance for any form of disrespect, ridicule, or blasphemy directed towards personalities or deities. The sentiments of billions of Muslims across the globe are inextricably tied to the prophet of Islam, and anything insulting against him is felt as a personal and collective offense.

This memorandum does not seek to engage in debates surrounding freedom of expression, for we firmly believe that no freedom permits the degradation of another's beliefs. The propagation of hate through such vile statements disrupts societal harmony, fosters enmity, and breeds division. We unequivocally demand that such acts of hatred be dealt with the full force of the law, to ensure that those who spew this venom are held accountable for their actions.

We also call upon all responsible citizens, leaders of various faiths, and our governing institutions to come together and denounce this incident in one voice. We must ensure that the societal norms of respect, dignity, and mutual understanding are upheld at all costs. Silence in the face of such egregious disrespect will only embolden others to spread hatred and intolerance.

We seek your kind intervention to urge the authorities to take swift and decisive action against the individual responsible for these remarks and to implement strict measures that prevent the recurrence of such blasphemous acts in the future. We further request that steps be taken to foster greater interfaith dialogue and promote respect for all religious sentiments, ensuring that no community is subjected to such offensive behavior.

Let it be known that we, as a united community, will never tolerate any form of insult or blasphemy against our beloved Prophet (PBUH) or any sacred religious personalities. We stand resolute in our defense of his honor and call for an immediate cessation of any disrespectful rhetoric that seeks to tarnish his name.

With hope for a peaceful and respectful society,

[Signatories]

Oct. 21, 2024