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Crime
25 Muslims Killed in Hate Crimes Across India, 15 by State Actors, Report Finds
✍️ Maktoob
🗓 08 Aug 2026, 08:39 PM
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A report by the India Persecution Tracker notes 25 Muslims were killed in hate crimes between May and July 2026, with 15 of those deaths attributed to state actors.
India Persecution Tracker released a report detailing 25 murders of Muslims in India between May and July 2026. The data shows a disturbing rise in anti‑Muslim hate crimes during the three‑month period.
Of the 25 killings, 15 were carried out by state actors, including police and security forces. The report highlights the role of official agencies in the violence.
The findings underscore a growing pattern of targeted violence against the Muslim community in the country. The report calls for urgent investigations and accountability.
So far, no official response has been issued by government authorities, and the report urges law‑enforcement agencies to act swiftly.
Of the 25 killings, 15 were carried out by state actors, including police and security forces. The report highlights the role of official agencies in the violence.
The findings underscore a growing pattern of targeted violence against the Muslim community in the country. The report calls for urgent investigations and accountability.
So far, no official response has been issued by government authorities, and the report urges law‑enforcement agencies to act swiftly.