A weeks-long campaign of harassment and theats, egged on by sitting politicians, has failed to stop me from writing this piece, and the next one, and the one after that.
I feel numb & speechless as I go through this piece & it pains my heart to witness this face of society and country. I can't imagine the pressure you must be in right now & for what just doing your duty, speaking truth, & having courage to stand against any wrong without choosing a side.
As someone who is in early 20s still getting to know the society & juggling with career shaping..i would like to say thank you for looking out for us, for keeping alive our faith in society & telling us that no not everything is wrong with us, there are people who are fighting to make it right.
But also as a country and society we are sorry that you have go through this for honestly doing your duty, for having the courage to stand with right & for Speaking for those who need your voice to make them heard.
May god bless you & more power to you & i wanted to say hold on but i won't bcz i know you will never get down.
Im in loss of words. The courage and strength you have is beyond impressive. You are an inspiration for Men and Women around the world. Prayers for you and your families safety. May you grow stronger and more power to you.
It is horrifying to see what our country has come to, resolving to so much hate, trying to force opinions using violence is the exact opposite of what we stand for or used to, atleast, I don't think I can say it still does anymore.
You do not deserve this, no one does, it's heartbreaking and scary and wrong and i am so sorry you have to go through this, Rana.
The only thing I can say, Rana, is hats off to you! Keep going, girl. Even though people like me may not be too vocal in our support for you, we are still with you. May Allah protect you and your family.
Your super human courage is a huge inspiration to every journalist and citizen who speaks truth to power. Enormous respect to your parents and family as well for standing by your side in this fight. You make this nation proud by your work, Ms Ayyub.
After reading this i feel so happy yet so sad you achieve alot yet lose alot..you r so brave masha'allah may Allah protect you n your family n give you more strength n patience. We indians need more journalist like you please be safe n sound; fi'amnillah.
Salam Rana, You are simply right. To be silent is not an issue. We support you, not the least with our prayers, duʿā, which is what is most powerful anyway.
May Allah guide you and protect you!
May Allah push back the haters and the simpletons with what is better!
May Allah extinguish the fire of rage and heal the wounds of injustice!
May Allah protect a brave soul like you from evil and harm. Will always make dua for your safety. You're an inspiration for all Muslim girls out there.❤
Sometimes, courageous women like you, have to face two face sword. On the one hand you are facing these right wing hooligans and on the other side, even well meaning people coming from majority community have a choice of thinking or not thinking àbout the present communal scenario. Being a Muslim, you don't have that choice. They also forget that you are also a human. They take it for granted and at the back of their mind think, 'oh she is very courageous, she can deal with anything’. They forget to check or ask, 'how are you doing?' I hope, you are surrounded by good friends. It is very important. Respect for you courage and work!
BTW Enforcement Directorate just froze your Rs 1.77 crores money which you collected for Poor and Covid affected, and were enjoying with your father and relative. Stop playing victim card, you stole money from real sympathizers and used for personal hobbies. Let the law take its course and put you behind bars forever.
Dear Ms. Ayyub
I feel numb & speechless as I go through this piece & it pains my heart to witness this face of society and country. I can't imagine the pressure you must be in right now & for what just doing your duty, speaking truth, & having courage to stand against any wrong without choosing a side.
As someone who is in early 20s still getting to know the society & juggling with career shaping..i would like to say thank you for looking out for us, for keeping alive our faith in society & telling us that no not everything is wrong with us, there are people who are fighting to make it right.
But also as a country and society we are sorry that you have go through this for honestly doing your duty, for having the courage to stand with right & for Speaking for those who need your voice to make them heard.
May god bless you & more power to you & i wanted to say hold on but i won't bcz i know you will never get down.
Sending you all the love and positivity.
Im in loss of words. The courage and strength you have is beyond impressive. You are an inspiration for Men and Women around the world. Prayers for you and your families safety. May you grow stronger and more power to you.
Rana Ayyub is a journalist, joke of d decade🤭
It is horrifying to see what our country has come to, resolving to so much hate, trying to force opinions using violence is the exact opposite of what we stand for or used to, atleast, I don't think I can say it still does anymore.
You do not deserve this, no one does, it's heartbreaking and scary and wrong and i am so sorry you have to go through this, Rana.
The only thing I can say, Rana, is hats off to you! Keep going, girl. Even though people like me may not be too vocal in our support for you, we are still with you. May Allah protect you and your family.
lol propaganda wali aunty
May lord Ram give you strength to carry on doing what you are doing
Your super human courage is a huge inspiration to every journalist and citizen who speaks truth to power. Enormous respect to your parents and family as well for standing by your side in this fight. You make this nation proud by your work, Ms Ayyub.
After reading this i feel so happy yet so sad you achieve alot yet lose alot..you r so brave masha'allah may Allah protect you n your family n give you more strength n patience. We indians need more journalist like you please be safe n sound; fi'amnillah.
Facing the tough situation with such courage. Wishing very best .
Mam all my love and prayers for you,keep fighting..from Ladakh .
Salam Rana, You are simply right. To be silent is not an issue. We support you, not the least with our prayers, duʿā, which is what is most powerful anyway.
May Allah guide you and protect you!
May Allah push back the haters and the simpletons with what is better!
May Allah extinguish the fire of rage and heal the wounds of injustice!
Amin
We are always with you!
More power to you O lady!
May Allah protect a brave soul like you from evil and harm. Will always make dua for your safety. You're an inspiration for all Muslim girls out there.❤
Sometimes, courageous women like you, have to face two face sword. On the one hand you are facing these right wing hooligans and on the other side, even well meaning people coming from majority community have a choice of thinking or not thinking àbout the present communal scenario. Being a Muslim, you don't have that choice. They also forget that you are also a human. They take it for granted and at the back of their mind think, 'oh she is very courageous, she can deal with anything’. They forget to check or ask, 'how are you doing?' I hope, you are surrounded by good friends. It is very important. Respect for you courage and work!
BTW Enforcement Directorate just froze your Rs 1.77 crores money which you collected for Poor and Covid affected, and were enjoying with your father and relative. Stop playing victim card, you stole money from real sympathizers and used for personal hobbies. Let the law take its course and put you behind bars forever.