BLOODBATH in
an artist's view
Gujarat Blood bath, painting by Artist P.P.Ajaya Kumar, Muscat Artist Malayali Engineer Ajayan P.Poyyara is the artist Civil Engineer who designed the special 'Nalukettu' stage for Keralolsavam 2002. Muscat based Ajayan is an artist, photographer and engineer -- all rolled together in one person. Click here to see Ajayan's Keralolsavam pictures.
A victim of communal violence in Gujarat seeks police help with folded hands to save his life from the violent mob that started arson, killing and looting of innocent people, women, children and the old. Communal riots ignited by selfish Hindu and Muslim politicians have cost hundreds of precious human life in India. Artificially created communal and ethnic conflicts cause death, destruction and hatred even among peace loving people all over the world. Most religions advocate salvage for mankind, but which religion on earth preaches human sacrifice of this brutal nature?
Equal protection to all citizens must be ensured in Gujarat"Law enforcement must be exercised by security agencies with the aim of protecting human dignity, irrespective of the religious identity or political beliefs of the persons to be protected," Amnesty International said. Full Report
Indian Riot toll approaches 300 as armed ransom continues
AHMADABAD Armed Hindus swept into a tiny village Friday,
forced Muslims into their homes and then set fire to the houses, killing at least 30. Three days of Hindu-Muslim violence have left nearly 300 people dead.Full Report