In a shocking revelation from the Chhatripura area of Indore, Madhya Pradesh, a recent dispute has exposed escalating extremist rhetoric. Based on the reports from Nai Dunia, on Friday, tensions flared as a poster depicting an image associated with Ghazwa-e-Hind—a term often interpreted as a call for an Islamic conquest—was displayed prominently on a mosque in Indore’s Kagdipura area. This imagery and messaging have unsettled many in the community, raising questions about potential threats to the Hindu community across Bharat.
Eklavya Singh Gaur, a member of Hindu Rakshak and son of a local MLA, drew attention to the poster by sharing a photograph on social media, stating, “A poster depicting the terror of Ghazwa-e-Hind has been put up on a mosque in the Kagdipura area. This is a blatant challenge to law and order.” Gaur urged local authorities to investigate the poster’s origins and hold those responsible accountable. He further alleged that the poster’s messaging could be perceived as a direct threat to Hindu Dharma, symbolizing a call to arms against non-Islamic beliefs and a desire to impose a specific ideology on Bharat.
Based on the reports from OpIndia, the poster, reportedly depicting a scene of battle with an armed group carrying saffron flags on the front line, portrays an alleged divide between Darul Islam (the realm of Islamic rule) and Darul Harb (regions not under Islamic governance that are seen as areas to be brought under control). The reference to Ghazwa-e-Hind—a term signifying a prophesied campaign to bring Bharat under Islamic rule—has amplified community concerns, with local leaders and activists fearing it could incite sectarian violence.
The police, upon receiving complaints, removed the poster and launched an investigation. Chhatripura Station In-Charge KP Yadav confirmed, “The matter has come to our attention, and we are conducting an investigation.” While officials have begun addressing the incident, the display has spurred calls for stricter monitoring and proactive measures to prevent similar attempts that could disrupt communal peace.
Eklavya Singh Gaur highlighted that Ghazwa-e-Hind is often associated with an extremist interpretation, where proponents seek to establish Islamic rule through force. “This act is not just a trivial display; it is a message to our community,” he asserted, suggesting that such actions could have deeper implications for the region’s harmony and security.
The ideology of Ghazwa-e-Hind
The term Ghazwa-e-Hind, which translates to a holy war against Bharat, originates from certain Hadiths and Islamic texts and has been used by Pakistani terrorists and radical Islamist groups to fuel anti-Bharat sentiment. This concept envisions a prophesied invasion of Bharat by Islamist forces, ultimately leading to an Islamic takeover of the region. It predicts a climactic battle between Hindus and Islamists, resulting in a decisive Islamist victory over Hindu Bharat before the end times (Qayamat). According to this ideology, the campaign will begin in modern-day Syria with black-flag-bearing forces marching from Khorasan toward Bharat. Though Ghazwa traditionally refers to battles led by Prophet Muhammad, extremists reinterpret Ghazwa-e-Hind as a call for militant conquest of Bharat, which they frame as a religious obligation. Radical factions exploit this narrative to incite violence, portraying it as a divine mission and thereby heightening communal tensions and threatening regional stability.
This incident has reignited concerns about radical elements and their influence in spreading divisive ideologies. Leaders and community members are urging authorities to respond swiftly, emphasizing that such provocations could be part of a larger pattern threatening societal stability.
Authorities have yet to provide further details on potential suspects or connections to larger extremist networks, but with ongoing investigations, community leaders stress the importance of vigilance to prevent any escalation.
A few months ago, Darul Uloom Deoband issued a fatwa declaring Ghazwa-e-Hind as a command from Allah, prompting the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) to write to the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) demanding action against this declaration. This fatwa reflects a concerning narrative that frames Ghazwa-e-Hind as a religious directive, suggesting a coordinated anti-national agenda by radical Islamist factions across various parts of Bharat. Such developments are not only shocking but also pose a potential threat to national security.
