Burqa dance at school in UP’s Amroha sparks anger; Muslims demand action
Amroha,: A fresh controversy has erupted in Amroha in Uttar Pradesh state of India after a video from a private school programme showed students wearing a burqa and performing what many Muslims described as obscene dance moves, mocking Islam and its symbols.
According to Kashmir Media Service, the incident took place on December 29 during a carnival event at MESCO Public School, where students performed on stage. Soon after, clips from the programme spread widely on social media, triggering anger and pain among local Muslims.
Community members said the video hurt religious feelings at a time when Islam and Muslims already face repeated insults. Many pointed out that the most disturbing part was that the act was carried out by Muslim boys themselves, not by outside groups.
A local resident said, “This feels like fire lit by the lamp inside the house. When our own children are pushed into such acts, it damages the respect of Islam and misleads society.”
Muslim Committee, Amroha, leader Advocate Mansoor Ahmed demanded strict action against those responsible. “This is a serious matter. The school’s recognition should be cancelled. Action must be taken not only against the students but also against the school management,” he said. “If Islam and the burqa are mocked inside a Muslim school, it sends a very wrong message.”
The school administration has issued a public apology. In a written letter, the principal of MESCO Public School expressed regret over the incident and said such activities would not be allowed in future. The letter stated that students found involved would face warnings and action as per school rules.
