In Kerala’s Perambra, a group of madrasa students were allegedly assaulted after a disagreement over putting up posters on private property turned violent.
According to the students, they had initially taken permission from the property owner, who asked them to return later at night to complete the work. However, when they came back and approached a nearby house again, the situation suddenly became hostile.
Students Claim They Were Forced Inside and Questioned
The students alleged that they were forcibly taken inside a house and offered water, after which they were aggressively questioned about religion and global conflicts.
“They spoke communally and questioned us about the war,” one of the students said, referring to questions related to countries like Israel, Iran, Afghanistan and Syria.
They further claimed that when they tried to leave, the gate was locked and they were pushed and attacked.
Allegations of Physical Assault and Abuse
The students said that one of them was hit with a bangle, while others were beaten, kicked, and attacked with a metal object. As they managed to escape and run towards a nearby restaurant to seek help, the attackers allegedly continued shouting abuses.
“They called us terrorists,” the students claimed.
Several of the injured were first taken to a local hospital and later shifted to Kozhikode Medical College Hospital after their condition worsened.
Student Groups Allege Communal Angle
The Fraternity Movement condemned the incident and alleged that those behind the attack were linked to Hindutva groups. The organisation said the assault on young students, including minors, raises serious concerns.
“Even school-aged students were targeted, and some of those involved are said to be linked to defence services,” the group claimed, calling the matter extremely serious.
The organisation also warned that such incidents could harm communal harmony in the region.
Police Action Questioned
Despite a complaint being filed, student groups alleged that the police have not yet registered a case. They described the delay as “suspicious” and demanded immediate action.
The Fraternity Movement said it plans to approach the Child Rights Commission and other authorities to seek justice.
Meanwhile, the Muslim Students Federation (MSF) also condemned the attack and demanded the arrest of those involved. The group warned of protests if the authorities fail to act quickly.
