Opposition parties condemn Ashoka University professor’s arrest over posts on Op Sindoor

Some opposition parties including CPI(M) and TMC on Sunday condemned the arrest of Ashoka University’s head of the political science department, Ali Khan Mahmudabad.

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Mahmudabad was arrested on Sunday after two FIRs were lodged on stringent charges, including endangering sovereignty and integrity, for his social media posts related to Operation Sindoor, police and his lawyer said.

The CPI(M), AIMIM leader Asaddudin Owaisi and Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra were among those who condemned the arrest.

“Haryana police reportedly arrested him from Delhi, violating legal process. This targets an individual for his opinions; his post wasn’t antinational or misogynistic. A mere complaint by a BJP worker made Haryana police take action,” Owaisi said on X.

In a post on X, the CPI (M) said, “We condemn the arrest of professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad for his social media post against hate. While hate-mongers like Vijay Shah (Madhya Pradesh minister) roam free, those calling for justice and peace are targeted in Modi’s India.” TMC leader Mohua Moitra said they will move the court against the arrest.