The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has denounced acts of violence against Muslims in several Indian states.

A statement issued in Jeddah said the OIC has followed with deep concern the acts of violence and vandalism targeting Muslim community in several states in India during the Ram Navami processions, including the burning of a madrasa and library by Hindu mob in Bihar on 31st of last month.

It said the OIC denounces such provocative acts of violence and vandalism, which are a vivid manifestation of mounting Islamophobia and systemic targeting of the Muslim community in India.

The OIC called upon the Indian authorities to take firm actions against the instigators and perpetrators of such acts and to ensure the safety, security, rights, and dignity of the Muslim community in the country.