Hate speech against religious minorities in India surged 74.4% in 2024, tied to BJP's electoral strategy.

A report by the Washington-based India Hate Lab shows a 74.4% rise in hate speech incidents against religious minorities in India in 2024, marking 1,165 recorded events. The surge is linked to the ruling BJP's ideological ambitions and the 2024 national elections. Over 80% of the incidents occurred in BJP-controlled states, with Facebook, YouTube, and X amplifying the rhetoric. Critics accuse Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP of using the hate speech to mobilize the Hindu majority.

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