Public Namaz? No Problem; Diwali Celebrations? How Dare You!

A Taxpayer’s Contribution to the Future Diwali

As honest, hardworking citizens, we pay our taxes in the hope that these institutions will produce bright young minds who’ll steer the nation toward greatness. But what do we get in return? Radical slogans and protests that have little to do with education and everything to do with divisive politics. But hey, aren’t we supposed to smile and say, “It’s all part of free speech!”? Never mind that this “free speech” seems to lean suspiciously toward anti-India rhetoric and a certain brand of extremism. But remember folks, don’t you dare question it, or you might be labeled communal!

Hindu Students: Please Pack Away Your Traditions Diwali

Let’s get one thing straight: Muslim students in Bharat, especially in state-funded institutions, have every right to express their faith. They can wear their hijabs, observe their fasts, and even offer public Namaz. How wonderful! It’s a glowing testament to how secular our society is—allowing complete religious freedom.

But wait—Hindus, did you forget the rules? Don’t even think about celebrating Deepawali on campus, especially if the majority of students are Muslim. Why? Because that would be divisive! After all, what could be more harmful to “national harmony” than lighting diyas and celebrating a festival? Hindu students should know better than to expect the same freedom. We’ve come too far in our journey toward hollow secularism to mess it up with a little thing like fairness.

Secularism 101: One Rule for You, Another for Me Diwali

The situation gets even more absurd when Hindu students simply ask to celebrate their festivals or participate in cultural traditions. The answer is swift and brutal: No. And just to rub it in, they are reminded that India is a secular country, where no religion should dominate the public space. This is, of course, a very convenient interpretation of secularism, applied selectively to those with the audacity to ask for equal treatment.

Public Namaz? No problem. Diwali celebrations? How dare you!

This brand of “secularism” is so twisted that it’s almost laughable. Muslim students are celebrated for observing their traditions, but the moment Hindu students attempt to do the same, it’s labeled “communal” and “offensive.” But hey, let’s not pretend that this hypocrisy bothers anyone. The script is written, and the Hindus are meant to play their part: stay silent, be secular, and watch everyone else freely express their faith.

Jamia Millia Islamia: A Fine Example of “Equality”

Take Jamia Millia Islamia as a case study. Here we have a centrally funded university, paid for by all taxpayers—including Hindus, mind you—yet somehow, expressions of Hindu identity are systematically suppressed. Slogans of radical ideologies are allowed to flourish, but lighting a few lamps for Deepawali? Oh, heavens no! That would disrupt the delicate balance of our “secular” campus.

It’s almost poetic, isn’t it? A university meant to nurture young minds has become a breeding ground for extremism. And who’s footing the bill for this? Why, the Indian taxpayer, of course! It’s a brilliant setup, really—funding institutions that breed contempt for the very nation paying their bills. What could possibly go wrong?

The Secularism Farce: A Plight for the Ages

This isn’t just a Jamia Millia problem; it’s a widespread phenomenon. Secularism in India has become a tool to silence Hindus while loudly proclaiming the rights of others. It’s the ultimate irony: a country that prides itself on tolerance is slowly but surely eroding the rights of its majority population in the name of a twisted, selective secularism.

The worst part? This hollow brand of secularism is celebrated as progress! We’re supposed to applaud the suppression of Hindu festivals while cheering on the overt displays of other religious practices in state-funded institutions. If this isn’t the textbook definition of hypocrisy, what is?

The Sad Reality of Hollow Secularism

So here we are, Bharat, navigating the confusing and often farcical landscape of selective tolerance. Hindu students must quietly watch their traditions being sidelined, while others are given full freedom to practice theirs. We can call it what we like—progress, secularism, equality—but at the end of the day, it’s a disservice to the very principles of fairness and inclusivity we claim to uphold.

But who’s keeping track? After all, the show must go on, and secularism—at least, the hollow kind—must be protected at all costs. So light a Diya at home, whisper your prayers, and don’t forget to pay your taxes. After all, someone has to fund this farce.