A video showing a Muslim man offering Namaz inside a government hospital in Firozabad, Uttar Pradesh, has sparked outrage among Hindutva groups. The video, which went viral on social media, led to widespread criticism from right-wing extremists, despite the fact that Namaz takes no more than a few minutes.
Reacting to the incident, BJP MLA Ketki Singh made a controversial statement, suggesting that a separate ward should be allocated for Muslim patients. She remarked, “Muslims have issues with Hindu festivals like Holi, Ram Navami, and Durga Puja. Perhaps they also have a problem receiving treatment alongside Hindus. I will request Maharaj ji, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, to allocate a separate ward for Muslims so they can be treated separately.”
She further added, “Who knows what will happen if they spit on us? We must ensure our safety.”
Her remarks drew criticism from the public, with many accusing her of spreading hatred and propaganda against Muslims. However, several Hindutva organisations came to her defense, arguing that offering prayers inside a hospital was an attempt to assert religious dominance.
Hindu Vahini leader Hridesh Sharma expressed his outrage, stating, “The administration has passed a rule that no new practice should be started. Offering prayers within the premises is unacceptable.”
In a surprising turn, the hospital administration also appeared to align with these right-wing groups. Chief Medical Superintendent (CMS) Dr. Naveen Jain confirmed that an investigation was underway to identify the individual and the hospital staff present at the time. He stated, “Namaz should be offered in a mosque.”
Right-wing groups have demanded strict action against those who allowed the man to pray inside the hospital.
Meanwhile, many social media users expressed their shock at the incident being framed as an “attempt to prove dominance.” Several pointed out the lack of basic infrastructure in hospitals and accused the BJP of attempting to polarize a routine situation instead of addressing pressing healthcare issues.
