– Mohammed Atherulla Shariff
Bengaluru: A coalition ‘Bengaluru for Justice and Peace organised a multi-faith prayer and solidarity programme “Bridging Faiths for Palestine” here Tuesday. This event is part of a nationwide campaign calling for parliamentary action to impose an arms embargo on Israel and suspend all ties with the country.
The programme brought together leaders and followers from various faiths, including Islam, Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sufism, Judaism, and atheism, to stand in solidarity with Palestine and mark Human Rights Day.
The gathering featured participation from several religious leaders, including Protestant leaders Reverend Vinayraj, Rev Chitra, Rev Sophy, and Rev Immanuel; Shia scholars Moulana Qaim Abbas from Masjid al Qaim and Maulana Ali Baqar, an Indian Lebanese; Jewish educator Marcy Newman; Lingayat leader Guru Basava.
The leaders expressed their solidarity with Palestinians, linking their liberation to faith, justice, and human dignity. They condemned Israeli human rights violations and called for a united global stance against occupation and genocide.
Human Rights Day is observed every year on December 10. It is a testament to the universal commitment to equality, freedom, and human dignity. Human rights play a vital role as a preventative, protective and transformative force for good. This day also empowers people and communities across the world to build a better future.
Human Rights Day was established in 1948 when the UN General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). It is the first modern enunciation of human rights.
This landmark document outlined the fundamental rights that every individual is entitled to, regardless of race, religion, gender, or nationality.
