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Punish a Muslim Day: Muslim women in UK advised to hide their hijab and stay indoor

Swapna Mohanty | Updated on: 3 April 2018, 16:31 IST

A document circulated stating today (April 3) as 'Punish a Muslim Day'.  A hatred message warned the people of the Muslim community to be conscious while going out. There can be possible acid attacks, arson of mosques and assaults.

What is 'Punish a Muslim Day'

A document was circulated across the UK suggesting that April 3 should be marked as the 'Punish the Muslim' day. The document boosted violence against a community. In the document, points were mentioned as ‘rewarded’ for attacking people from Muslim community. From throwing acid to bomb or burn a mosque, were some of the disturbing acts mentioned the document.

Message for Muslim Women

One of the forbidden messages asked women from Muslim community to not go to the shady area alone. It even asked them to travel in a car along with someone they know.  They were asked to cover the hijab with some hats or hoods. They were advised not to stop on anyone's call. The document said, 'Lock your doors well after you return home and don’t answer the door to anyone you don’t know very well."

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First published: 3 April 2018, 16:29 IST