A seminar titled “Persecution of Muslims in India: Politics, Identity and Minority Rights Conflict” began on Saturday morning under the initiative of Friends of Humanity. The event was chaired by the organization’s chairman, Dr. Khondaker Rashedul Haque, with Mahmudur Rahman, editor of Amar Desh, attending as the chief guest. Prominent journalist and academic Md. Shah Alam presented a paper at the seminar, which was attended by several notable figures including Professor Dr. Shajahan Khan and former army officer Lieutenant Colonel Hasinur Rahman.

In his presentation, Md. Shah Alam highlighted recent incidents of persecution and human rights violations against Muslims and other minorities in India. The seminar focused on the political and social dimensions of these issues, examining how identity and minority rights are being challenged in the current context.

The discussion aimed to raise awareness about the situation of minorities in India and to encourage dialogue on protecting human rights and ensuring equality across communities.