Struggle for Oppressed is Real 'I Love Muhammad': Supreme Court Lawyer Pracha's Message to Community

New Delhi- Amid the ongoing controversy surrounding the "I Love Mohammad" campaign across the country, Supreme Court lawyer Mahmood Pracha has made a significant statement, urging a shift in focus from public displays of affection to concrete legal and social action. He asserted that the true expression of love for Prophet Mohammad lies in fighting for the rights of the oppressed, not in taking out processions or putting up posters.

Speaking at length, Pracha redefined the phrase, emphasizing that the Prophet’s teachings guide followers towards justice and equality, not mere symbolism.

Pracha strongly stated that the real "I Love Mohammad" is to "struggle for the oppressed (mazloom)." He said, "The real 'I Love Mohammad' is to struggle for the oppressed. Prophet Mohammad did not ask us to chant his name in love. He asked us to follow the path he showed. Wearing clothes like him and taking his name is not the real love. The real love is to strive to protect the properties of the Waqf meant for orphans and the oppressed."

 He issued a direct appeal to the community, highlighting the December 6 deadline for registering Waqf properties. He urged Muslims to channel their energy into legal avenues: registering Waqf properties and filing strong cases against those who commit atrocities against Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe communities, and Muslims. "If cases are filed against us for this struggle, if we get hurt, that is the real sacrifice. That will be the real 'I Love Mohammad'," he added.

While clarifying that he does not consider chanting "I Love Mohammad" or taking out processions as illegal, Pracha suggested that the energy behind these actions is being misdirected. He argued that if the same fervor was applied to legally protecting the marginalized, it would be a more potent form of devotion and would effectively counter organizations like the RSS and BJP.

 Pracha launched a sharp attack on the RSS, alleging its involvement in inciting violence. "Wherever there is rioting, looting, theft, or violence, RSS people are there. Those who wear fine kurtaas and speak nicely are also members of the RSS," he claimed.

He downplayed the need for public processions, stating that love for the Prophet is an inherent part of every Muslim's faith, regardless of their personal deeds. "Even the dirtiest, most wretched Muslim, who indulges in all the wrongdoings in the world, loves Mohammad. If someone speaks ill of the Prophet, he will come forward. There is no need to even say it," Pracha asserted.

Pracha consistently advocated for working within the framework of the Constitution. He stressed that fighting legal battles for justice is the most effective way to honor the Prophet's legacy. He concluded that those who are arresting people for saying "I Love Mohammad" are the ones actually committing a crime.

This statement comes at a time when the "I Love Mohammad" campaign has sparked tensions and legal actions in several parts of the country, prompting a debate on the forms of religious expression.