Surge in Anti-Muslim Hate Speech Post Pahalgam Attack
admin@aai.supportIn the ten days following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, 2025, which resulted in 26 fatalities, India Hate Lab (IHL) documented 64 in-person hate speech events across nine Indian states and the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
These events were predominantly organized by Hindu nationalist groups, including the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), Bajrang Dal, Antarrashtriya Hindu Parishad (AHP), Rashtriya Bajrang Dal (RBD), Hindu Janajagruti Samiti, Sakal Hindu Samaj, Hindu Rashtra Sena, and Hindu Raksha Dal.(India Hate Lab (IHL))
The hate speech incidents featured dehumanizing language directed at Muslims, referring to them as “green snakes,” “piglets,” “insects,” and “mad dogs.”
Speakers at these events called for violence, social exclusion, and economic boycotts against Muslims. Notably, in Kondagaon, Chhattisgarh, a far-right influencer advocated for shooting Muslims, while in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, a monk urged Hindus to prepare for war and acquire weapons. In Ambala, Haryana, calls were made for a complete boycott of Muslim vendors, accompanied by derogatory slurs and threats of violence.(India Hate Lab (IHL))
This surge in hate speech has been accompanied by a rise in hate crimes and acts of violence targeting Muslims and Kashmiris, including assaults on street vendors and threats against Muslim tenants.(Wikipedia)
For a detailed account, you can read the full report by India Hate Lab here: .
🚨 Rising Anti-Muslim Online Hate in Australia in the Wake of the Pahalgam Attack.
Disturbingly, similar patterns are now unfolding in Australia.
Events held under the banner of solidarity with the victims of the Pahalgam tragedy are being co-opted by far-right Hindu extremist groups to spread anti-Muslim rhetoric — promoting hatred, ridicule, and contempt. At the same time, we’ve seen a spike in Islamophobic content on Facebook and other social media platforms, often originating from pages and groups run by the same extremist networks.
These hate-filled messages are doing real harm. They are driving fear into the hearts of Australian Muslims, making many feel unsafe in their own neighbourhoods, silenced in public spaces, and even ashamed of their faith. This growing wave of hate is not just isolating — it is traumatising.
It strikes at the heart of our shared values as a multicultural nation. It threatens the fabric of social cohesion, dignity, and respect that every Australian deserves
🛡️ What You Can Do:
1. Attend and Observe
If you become aware of any events where hate speech may be occurring, attend if safe to do so. Observe and document what takes place.
2. Report Incidents
If you see anti-Muslim hate speech — whether in person or online (including Facebook, Instagram, or X) — document it and report it to the Alliance Against Islamophobia (AAI) via aai.support . Your reports are vital. They help us raise the alarm with relevant authorities and protect our communities.
3. Stay Informed
Follow our updates, attend community events, and support campaigns aimed at confronting Islamophobia and building a safer, more inclusive Australia for all.
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