Synopsis
Mob Attack in Muzaffarnagar: A young Muslim man, Fardeen, was brutally assaulted by a group in Barla village, Uttar Pradesh. The incident sparks outrage, fear, and demands for justice amid rising communal violence in the state.
By Qalam Times News Network | Muzaffarnagar | August 22, 2025
Brutal Assault in Barla Village
A in Barla village of Muzaffarnagar district has left a 22-year-old Muslim man, Fardeen, fighting for his life. The assault, carried out on Thursday evening, involved more than ten men who allegedly surrounded and attacked him with sharp weapons.
Speaking from his hospital bed, Fardeen said the attack was purely motivated by his faith. “They hit me with sharp objects and hurled slurs, calling me a katua,” he told local reporters. Doctors have described his condition as critical, with multiple injuries across his body.
Community Outrage and Police Silence
Local witnesses described the Mob Attack as sudden and well-coordinated, leaving the victim bleeding on the ground until bystanders intervened. Residents rushed him to a nearby hospital, but outrage has erupted over the lack of police response.
Despite the brutality of the assault, both Barla police and Muzaffarnagar district authorities have stayed silent. Locals accuse the police of negligence, with activists warning that official indifference only deepens mistrust and emboldens violent groups.
Leaders Condemn Hate-Driven Violence
Community leaders and rights activists have condemned the incident, calling it a blatant act of hate-fueled aggression. They demand that law enforcement agencies file an FIR, identify the attackers, and ensure accountability.
The assault has reignited concerns about rising communal violence in Uttar Pradesh, particularly against minorities. Rights groups note that unchecked incidents like this Mob Attack reinforce a dangerous cycle of fear and insecurity in vulnerable communities.
Family’s Appeal for Justice
As Fardeen battles for his life, his family is pleading for urgent medical support and immediate legal action. They have urged authorities to ensure justice and protection for minorities in the district.
The Muzaffarnagar Mob Attack has become a stark reminder of the growing threat of communal violence in the region and the urgent need for accountability from both police and political leadership.
