India: Social activists visit riot-hit Kosi Kalan to spread message of peace and harmony

Sunday, June 24, 2012
Kosi Kalan, Uttar Pradesh: In a bid to spread message of humanity, peace and communal harmony a ‘Sadbhavna Delegation’ from New Delhi visited riot-hit Kosi Kalan of Uttar Pradesh on Sunday afternoon. 

'Sadbhavna Dal' is a group of social activists from Mission Bhartiyam, NCHRO & Resident Doctors Association, AMU. The group had youths who belong from Hindu and Muslim communities and includes students, professionals and activists. 

Briefing media persons about their visit, senior social activist Md. Faizan said, “We have came here with a message that we should stop such fighting and should live with each other with all love and respect for all.”

“In fact, it is the humanity that has been taught by Quran, Ramayan or any other epic, he further added.

Kosi Kalan, a small town of Mathura district witnessed communal violence on 1st June resulting in the death of four persons and destruction of several houses and shops. 

According to media reports, tension and panic is still prevailing in the area.

This visit was in the wake of fresh rumours about “imminent attacks” and “hidden massacres.”

The delegation members distributed pamphlets, walked on roads singing peace songs and visited affected areas.
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24 June 2012 at 20:58 delete

a good step for bringing peace..........

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Anuj
24 June 2012 at 21:11 delete

seriously, we Indians need to stop fighting with each other and start ‘collectively’ working for prosperity and development of our beloved country.

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