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CPI(M) MP Meets Hindu Man Who Stood Up For Muslim Shopkeeper Targeted By Mob

February 8, 2026

CPI(M) MP John Brittas visited Deepak Kumar, a Hindu gym owner, in Uttarakhand to show support after Kumar defended a Muslim shopkeeper, Vakil Ahmed, from harassment by a right-wing group. The incident, which involved an informal economic boycott against both men, has drawn significant attention since it occurred on January 26.

CPI(M) MP Meets Hindu Man Who Stood Up For Muslim Shopkeeper Targeted By Mob

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Key Highlights

John Brittas is a Rajya Sabha MP from CPI(M).
Deepak Kumar defended Muslim shopkeeper Vakil Ahmed from a communal mob.
The incident led to an informal economic boycott against both Kumar and Ahmed.
The harassment occurred on January 26 over the name of Ahmed's garment shop.
Brittas met both men to express solidarity and support.

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CPI(M) MP Meets Hindu Man Who Stood Up For Muslim Shopkeeper Targeted By Mob

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