Is meeting Rahul Gandhi difficult, or is it just a rumor? Are Muslim leaders really being ignored in the Congress party? Find out.
Congress MP Tariq Anwar from Katihar, Bihar, has advised Muslim leaders to communicate with the high command regarding allegations of their neglect. This statement comes after former leader Shakeel Ahmed called Rahul Gandhi a “coward” and Rashid Alvi alleged difficulty in meeting Rahul and neglect of Muslim leaders. Is meeting Rahul Gandhi difficult, or is it just a rumor? Patna: Congress MP Tariq Anwar has appealed to the party’s Muslim leaders that if they feel that Muslim leaders are being neglected, they should discuss the matter with the party’s top leadership. This statement comes at a time when former Congress leader Shakeel Ahmed targeted Rahul Gandhi, calling him an insecure and cowardly leader. Following this, senior Congress leader Rashid Alvi said that Muslim leaders are being neglected in the party and that Rahul Gandhi does not have time to meet Muslim leaders. Meeting Rahul Gandhi is not that easy. Congress MP Tariq Anwar defends Rahul Responding to these statements, Congress MP Tariq Anwar from Katihar, Bihar, said in New Delhi that these are their personal feelings. If there is any such complaint, he has been a senior leader and also a Member of Parliament from the Congress, and he should talk to the Congress leadership about all these matters. If they feel that collective leadership is not being promoted, then this should be discussed. Regarding Congress MP Manickam Tagore’s statement, Tariq Anwar said that if there is such discontent within the party, then why is it there, and it should be properly resolved. The Congress party is a national party, and it is essential for democracy that the Congress party remains strong, improves itself, and works to protect democracy in the country in the future. It should work to save democracy in the country in the coming times. Shakeel Ahmed had called Rahul a ‘coward’ In fact, former Union Minister and senior leader Shakeel Ahmed launched a scathing attack on Rahul Gandhi, calling him a “coward and insecure” leader. Ahmed, a three-time MLA and two-time MP, alleged that Rahul Gandhi feels uncomfortable around senior and popular leaders, which is why he only promotes sycophantic and inexperienced young people. Calling Rahul a dictator and undemocratic, Ahmed said that he does not listen to the advice of senior colleagues. He mocked Rahul’s working style, reminding him that this very attitude led to him losing his family’s traditional seat of Amethi. According to Ahmed, who left the Congress after the 2025 elections, Rahul Gandhi feels insecure in the presence of any prominent personality, which is harming the party’s internal democracy. Meanwhile, on the statement of Congress leader Karti Chidambaram, Congress MP Tariq Anwar from Katihar, Bihar, said that there must be some basis for what Karti said. I don’t deny this, although there is still a debate going on about whether holding simultaneous elections would be right or not. Our constitution grants rights to the states, and any step that harms or weakens those rights will not be acceptable to everyone. Rashid Alvi, who raised questions, U-turns Congress leader Rashid Alvi had said that limited access to the top leadership has created a communication gap in the party. Congress workers also complain that it is no longer easy to meet the Congress high command. There is no platform in the party where issues can be discussed. If people want to express their concerns, where do they go? Not everyone is a member of the Congress Working Committee. He said that Muslim leaders are leaving the party not out of greed for power, but because of the neglect of Muslim leadership. If the neglect of Muslim leadership continues in this way, leaders like Asaduddin Owaisi will continue to become powerful forces in the country. However, Rashid Alvi, who said all this, is now praising Rahul, saying that the country needs Rahul Gandhi. Input – IANS Edited by: Sunil Pandey About the author Sunil Pandey is a Senior Journalist at Navbharat Times Bihar-Jharkhand. He has experience in all three mediums: print, TV, and digital. He has 20 years of experience in politics, sports, business, and ground reporting. He started his career with the prestigious fortnightly magazines Maya and Lokayat. Courtesy: Hindi News
‘Plan to attack my residence’: After calling Rahul Gandhi ‘darpok’ Congress leader Shakeel Ahmad makes big claim
NEW DELHI: Days after calling Rahul Gandhi “darpok” (coward) and “insecure”, former Congress leader Shakeel Ahmad on Tuesday claimed that his residence faces a threat of attack. He shared a screenshot of a WhatsApp message which he alleged was circulated by party members, calling on district and assembly-level leaders to burn his effigy in protest over his “inappropriate statements” about Rahul Gandhi. Sharing the chats on X, Ahmad wrote: “Now my information has turned out to be absolutely spot on. Many thanks to the old mates from Congress. There’s a saying in our Bihar that old friends are the ones who come in handy. Is this happening without Rahul ji’s orders?” — Ahmad_Shakeel (@Ahmad_Shakeel) The message he posted read: “Former Congress leader Shakeel Ahmad has been continuously making inappropriate statements about our respected leader Shri Rahul Gandhi. The top leadership has directed that all District Presidents and Assembly Presidents should, in their respective areas, burn an effigy of Shakeel Ahmad on 27/12/2026 to register strong protest.” Escalating the spat further, in a post late Monday, Ahmad further alleged that the Congress leadership in Bihar has “ordered” party workers to attack his residence. “Just now, some colleagues from the Congress have secretly informed me that the Congress national leadership has ordered the Bihar Congress/Youth Congress to attack my residences in Patna and Madhubani tomorrow, January 27, under the pretext of burning an effigy,” he wrote on X. — Ahmad_Shakeel (@Ahmad_Shakeel) The controversy follows Ahmad’s scathing remarks about Gandhi. “Rahul Gandhi is a coward and an insecure person. He does not get that ‘boss feeling’ before anyone who is senior to him or has a big public support. He is uncomfortable with any such person and is thus dictatorial and not democratic,” he told PTI. Congress leader Manickam Tagore hit back, calling Ahmad a “betrayer” and “Jaichand”. “I am not shocked. Just saddened, yet again,? by how betrayal becomes loud when courage walks the longest road,” Tagore wrote on X, adding that such attacks were about “TV time, relevance and pleasing new masters”. Ahmad, a former Union minister and ex-Congress general secretary who quit the party after the 2025 Bihar elections, has also accused Gandhi of sidelining senior leaders and influencing the 2022 party presidential poll in favour of Mallikarjun Kharge. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
Raebareli: Patwari orchestrated a ‘horrific’ conspiracy, looted 38 lakhs from a Dalit man and seized his land; SP’s action creates a stir
Raebareli News: A shocking case of collusion between land mafia and government employees has come to light in Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh. Here, a patwari (revenue official) conspired with fraudsters to seize property worth crores of rupees from a mentally ill Dalit man. In this case, which has made headlines in UP news, Superintendent of Police (SP) Dr. Yashveer Singh’s zero-tolerance policy has shaken the criminals. The police have registered a case against five people, including the patwari, and have intensified efforts to arrest them. Land looted by instilling fear of a lawsuit This major fraud took place in Khor village (Amawan) under the Mill Area police station. The victim, Rajkumari, told the police that her husband, Ramprasad, is mentally unwell. Local land mafia took advantage of this. The accused threatened Ramprasad and his brother Guddu with an old lawsuit. The accused lured them to an office in Indira Nagar, Lucknow. There, on March 3, 2023, the fraudsters fraudulently got three agreements and two sale deeds registered in their favor in a single day. In this conspiracy, about 10 biswa of land was transferred to Raman Kumar and one bigha of land to Ramsajeevan. In addition, a fake agreement for one bigha of land was prepared in the name of Balkishun. 38 lakh rupees stolen from bank accounts The criminals not only seized the land but also looted the life savings of the victim’s Dalit family. The fraudsters took control of the mobile numbers and ATM cards of the victims, Ramprasad and his brother. The accused gradually transferred Rs 38.55 lakh from the accounts in the Bank of Baroda’s Malikmau branch to their own accounts. The investigation revealed that Rs 18.71 lakh was withdrawn from Ramprasad’s account and Rs 19.84 lakh from Guddu’s account. FIR filed against 5 people, including a revenue officer; police tighten the noose. The police department was thrown into a frenzy after this high-profile fraud came to light. City Circle Officer (CO City) Arun Kumar Nauhwar said that a case has been registered based on the complaint of the Dalit victim. The main mastermind of this conspiracy is Udit Narayan Srivastava, a resident of Kodwal. Bajrang, Ramlakhan Pasi, Manish Sonkar, and the local revenue officer Parmeshwardeen have also been named as accused. The Superintendent of Police has given clear instructions that no culprit will be spared. Police teams are conducting raids to arrest the accused. Poonam Sharma Courtesy: Hindi News
Dalit Sarpanch Abducted and Assaulted in Madhya Pradesh’s Morena
A Dalit sarpanch from Kelaras village in Morena district, Madhya Pradesh, was allegedly abducted from his home and beaten by a group of 20 to 25 individuals described as casteist elements on Saturday. The incident came to light through a viral video and social media post shared by Dalit activist and Azaad Samaj Party founder Sunil Astay, a former Bhim Army state in-charge. Astay described the abduction and assault as a serious and condemnable attack on the democratic system. A report aired on local channel Vistar News shows villagers and the sarpanch’s family gathered outside the local police station, demanding immediate action. According to the report, the assailants stormed the sarpanch’s residence, kidnapped him, and took him to a nearby village where he was allegedly beaten severely. They then returned him home, locked him inside, and fled before police could intervene. The sarpanch sustained serious injuries and is currently receiving medical treatment. The family suggested a possible financial dispute as a motive, though details remain unconfirmed. Activists have called on the police for strict and immediate action, highlighting a broader pattern of caste-based violence in the region. Astay also tagged key officials, including Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and the Morena Superintendent of Police, holding them accountable for administrative inaction. He warned that when elected Dalit representatives are unsafe, the security of ordinary Dalit citizens is also at risk. Authorities have yet to release an official statement on the investigation. Courtesy : TOP Note: This news is originally published on https:/theobserverpost.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
Casteism in Himachal: ‘Mend your ways…’ Dalit leader openly threatened, the horrific truth of casteism in Devbhoomi comes to light
Himachal News: The recent incident has made it clear how deeply rooted casteism is in Himachal Pradesh. A prominent Dalit leader from the state, Ravi Kumar, was openly subjected to casteist abuses on social media. A man named Naresh Thakur fearlessly wrote on his post, “Chamars, mend your ways.” This comment is a direct caste-based attack. Surprisingly, such people have neither fear of the law nor of the Supreme Court’s orders. Serious questions are now being raised about the safety and equality of Dalits in Devbhoomi (the land of gods). Hatred in the name of reservation and tradition Our investigation has revealed strange justifications behind casteism in Himachal. Some people describe it as part of ‘Dev Sanskriti’ (divine culture) and tradition. Many others consider reservation to be the reason for the hatred. People openly write on social media that they practice casteism because of reservations. They claim that as long as reservations exist, discrimination will continue. Casteism is also justified in the name of protecting Dev Sanskriti. These people forget that the use of casteist slurs and discrimination is a serious crime. Serious questions about the role of the police The attitude of the Himachal Police in cases of Dalit oppression has consistently been under suspicion. In many serious cases, FIRs are registered only after immense pressure from Dalit groups. Whether it was the suspicious death of a child in Rohru or the rape of a Dalit woman in Kullu, the police action has been sluggish. The police also showed negligence in the Pallavi death case in Dharamshala. If the police had acted on Pallavi’s complaint two months earlier, her life might have been saved. Kullu incident: The husband himself was made the culprit The most frightening face of the police’s working style was seen in Sainj, Kullu. There, a Dalit woman was gang-raped and murdered. Her body was hung from a tree. Without a proper investigation, the police imprisoned the innocent husband of the deceased woman. He languished in jail for a month. Later, protests by women’s groups and a viral audio clip revealed the real killers. The police have not yet disclosed what happened to those real killers. This means that police officers don’t even consider it necessary to hold a press conference in such heinous cases. Blatant disregard of Supreme Court orders Former Supreme Court Chief Justice Gavai had clearly stated in his order that there is no provision for anticipatory bail under the SC-ST Act. The accused should be sent to jail immediately. Despite this, the police in Himachal Pradesh appear lenient towards the accused. In hundreds of cases, the accused have been given a free pass. Ravi Kumar has more than 200,000 followers on social media. If such a prominent figure can be subjected to casteist slurs, one can imagine the plight of ordinary Dalits. Now it remains to be seen whether the government suppresses this matter or delivers justice. Poonam Sharma Courtesy: Hindi News
New initiative in Tholla Fatehpur, Saharanpur: Dalit community panchayat bans the practice of ‘death feasts’
In Tholla Fatehpur village of Saharanpur, the Dalit community’s panchayat has taken a significant decision to end the practice of death feasts. Villagers believe that this practice… Read more Jagran Correspondent, Saharanpur. The Dalit community’s panchayat in Tholla Fatehpur village has decided to ban the practice of death feasts. People argue that this practice leads to people falling into debt. It also imposes an unnecessary financial burden during a time of grief. Former village head Deshraj said that the death feast is a harmful custom that should be abolished. Taking the initiative in this direction, Mangeram of the village decided not to hold a death feast after the death of his mother. His mother passed away on Saturday. After the last rites, he said that he would only perform the traditional turban-tying ceremony. Villagers believe that other villages should also decide to ban death feasts, as it puts an unnecessary financial burden on the deceased’s family. Many families have to take loans to follow this conservative tradition. In the panchayat, Som Singh Fauji, Gaje Singh Daroga, Shivlal, former head Dr. Ankit Arya, Rajesh, Dr. Sulekh, Nirdosh Kumar, Bhopal, Dr. Ramesh Chand, Sevaram, Anangpal, Yashpal, and many others supported this decision. EDITED BY: SAKSHI GUPTA Courtesy: Hindi News
YSRCP announces ‘Chalo Delhi’ programme over Dalit activist murder
Guntur: The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) has announced plans for an intensified statewide and national-level agitation following the murder of Manda Salman. The party will soon launch a “Chalo Delhi” programme to press for justice and hold the ruling coalition accountable. YSRCP leaders asserted that the fight would continue until the guilty are punished and justice is served to the victim’s family. At a memorial meeting held in Pinnelli, YSRCP state leaders paid tribute to Salman and visited his family to express solidarity and assure continued support. Addressing the gathering, the leaders alleged that since assuming power, the coalition government has failed to protect Dalits and has instead allowed targeted attacks on YSRCP supporters, particularly in Palnadu district. They accused the ruling dispensation of resorting to violence and intimidation due to their inability to gain public support through development. Strongly criticising chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu, former legislator Kasu Mahesh Reddy alleged that Dalit lives hold no value in his political calculations and that systematic attacks were carried out to alienate Dalits from the party. He termed the attack on Dr BR Ambedkar’s statue as a shameful beginning to a series of assaults on Dalits and democratic voices. According to the leaders, the murder of Salman was a direct result of government negligence and police failure, with allegations that law enforcement acted in collusion with anti-social elements. Mahesh Reddy demanded an independent probe into the murder and said complaints would be lodged with the National Human Rights Commission and the National Commission for Scheduled Castes. He also insisted on strict action against police officials responsible for lapses in maintaining law and order. Several speakers highlighted that hundreds of families were forced to flee villages in Palnadu due to fear and intimidation, calling it a blot on governance. YSRCP leaders emphasised that the party would raise the issue both in parliament and at the national level, warning the coalition government that suppression and violence would only strengthen public opposition. They praised the restraint and maturity shown by Salman’s family, who appealed for peace in the village despite their immense loss, and said their appeal should be respected by restoring normalcy and ensuring safety. Prominent leaders, including Tirupati MP Maddila Gurumoorthy, former MPs, former ministers, former MLAs, and district-level party leaders, participated in the programme. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
“This is the new batch of traitors…” Congress MP Manickam Tagore speaks out against those criticizing Rahul Gandhi
A stir has been created in the Congress party after former Congress leader Shakeel Ahmed criticized Rahul Gandhi. In this matter, Congress MP Manickam Tagore has come forward in Rahul Gandhi’s defense. The Congress MP has strongly criticized those who are criticizing Rahul. New Delhi: Congress leader and Lok Sabha MP Manickam Tagore has called the leaders who criticized Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, traitors. The Congress MP’s statement comes after former Congress leader Shakeel Ahmed’s remark in which he called Rahul Gandhi the most cowardly and insecure leader in Indian politics. ‘How betrayal comes out in the open’ Manickam Tagore wrote in a post on the social media platform X that he was not surprised. He was simply saddened once again to see how betrayal comes out in the open when courage walks the most difficult path. At a time when the Congress needed unity the most, people like Shakeel Ahmed, who joined the group of traitors, and former BSP leader Rashid Alvi, have chosen to attack the very leader who traveled more than 4,000 kilometers to defeat hatred and spread love, and covered a distance of 6,000 kilometers through the Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra to unite India with justice and respect. Welcome to the 2026 batch of traitors He said that clearly, these attacks are not about ideology or concern. They are about appearing on TV, remaining relevant, and pleasing new masters. He said that this is nothing new, but this is a new group of traitors. Some of them are ministers in the Modi government, some are MPs, one is even a current Chief Minister, and many are unemployed who have switched parties. Welcome to the 2026 batch of traitors. He said that the Indian public knows the truth. When everyone claimed that the INDIA alliance would never cross the 150-seat mark after the temple’s construction, the same leader spearheaded the campaign that brought the INDIA alliance to within just 32 seats of power—a result nobody had imagined. And today, that same leader is being ridiculed. Challenging hatred with love He said that in 2024, with 240 seats, Rahul Gandhi brought politics back to the streets, challenged hatred with love, and proved that myths can be defeated with perseverance. By attacking the Congress president, they are also insulting Mallikarjun Kharge, who is the biggest Dalit leader in current Indian politics and the democratic soul of the Congress. He said that journeys reveal many things. They expose hatred on one hand and betrayal on the other. The public is watching. History will remember who fought for India and who groveled to reach power. Edited by: Anil Kumar About the Author Anil Kumar is part of the homepage team at Navbharat Times Digital. He has about 16 years of experience in both print and digital media. He has been associated with Navbharat Times Online since January 2021. He writes news and analysis related to politics and current affairs for the India and Delhi sections on the homepage. Courtesy: Hindi News
Rahul Gandhi’s insecurity prevents Priyanka from coming forward, Shakil Ahmed again accuses the Leader of the Opposition
The former Congress leader continues to attack Rahul Gandhi. Former Union Minister Shakil Ahmed has leveled a new accusation against Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi. Ahmed says that Priyanka is unable to move forward because of Rahul’s insecurity. New Delhi: Former Congress leader Dr. Shakil Ahmed on Sunday spoke openly about the party’s continuous electoral failures, Rahul Gandhi’s leadership, and Priyanka Gandhi’s potential role. Shakil Ahmed attributed the party’s disappointing performance to the leadership’s working style, internal insecurity, and family-centric decisions. He clarified that he is not against Rahul Gandhi, but it is necessary to speak the truth for the good of the party. He said that Priyanka Gandhi is unable to come forward because of Rahul Gandhi’s insecurity. Paid the price for trying to explain things to Rahul Shakil Ahmed said that Sonia Gandhi united the Congress, which had various factions like those of Rajiv Gandhi, PV Narasimha Rao, and Sitaram Kesri, and created a strong ‘Sonia Gandhi’s Congress’, rescuing the party from crisis and taking it to new heights, but Rahul Gandhi could not even make this Congress of Sonia Gandhi his own. He said, “We are not against Rahul Gandhi. I spent a lot of time with him, talked to him a lot. Wherever I saw a mistake, I would point it out in the room, saying that this shouldn’t be done. I understood that the good of the Congress is the good of the country, but perhaps Rahul was hurt, and I had to pay the price for it.” Rahul Gandhi is clearly ‘arrogant’ Shakil Ahmed clearly called Rahul Gandhi ‘arrogant’. Giving the example of the party president election, he said that Shashi Tharoor had stood for election, and he wanted to vote for Tharoor, but since Sonia and Rahul made Mallikarjun Kharge the official candidate, he voted for Kharge so that his vote would not be wasted. Kharge still says that Rahul and Sonia made him the president. He said that when Sonia, Rahul, and Priyanka are together, whoever the Nehru-Gandhi family wants will be the president. Other leaders remain uncertain about what to do.” Regarding Priyanka Gandhi, Shakeel said that he hasn’t had much contact with her, but her speeches connect with the public the most. There is a sense of Indianness in her speeches. Sonia upheld the culture, but Priyanka was born here, so she speaks more accurately and effectively. Trust in the Nehru-Gandhi family in Congress He believes that there is trust in the Nehru-Gandhi family in Congress, and the decision regarding leadership rests with the family, but many leaders say that Rahul’s insecurity is preventing Priyanka from being brought forward. She became an MP after 30-32 years in politics, served as a general secretary, but was not given charge of any major state. After the UP defeat, she was made the secretary of a small state like Assam, so that she wouldn’t come to the forefront. The party continued to fail, but Rahul remained the face. Shakeel said, “Rahul is the owner of the party. Whether Priyanka wants to come to the front or wants to work behind her brother is an internal matter. There seems to be a lot of affection between the two. From the outside, Priyanka’s public connection and speeches are better than anyone else’s.” Edited by: Anil Kumar About the Author Anil Kumar is part of the homepage team at Navbharat Times Digital. He has about 16 years of experience in both print and digital media. He has been associated with Navbharat Times Online since January 2021. Courtesy: Hindi News
‘Where can they go?’: After Shakeel Ahmed, Rashid Alvi flags ‘communication gap’ within Congress
NEW DELHI: A day after former Congress leader Shakeel Ahmed’s scathing remarks against Rahul Gandhi, veteran leader Rashid Alvi on Sunday said that the lack of an effective platform for dialogue and limited access to the top leadership has created a serious communication gap within the organisation. Speaking to news agency ANI, Alvi said party workers complain that it is not easy to meet the Congress high command. “I haven’t seen Shakeel ji’s statement, but a major problem in the Congress party is that there is no forum where issues can be discussed. It is generally difficult to meet leaders. If people want to express their concerns, where can they go? Not everyone is a member of the CWC. There is definitely a communication gap. This is a major problem within the Congress party, and many people complain that it is not easy to meet the Congress high command. This communication gap must be eliminated,” Alvi said. He added that former prime ministers Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi made time to meet everyone. Alvi also raised concerns over the exit of several Muslim leaders from the grand old party and said that if Muslim leadership continues to be ignored, leaders like Asaduddin Owaisi will keep emerging. “Muslim leaders have not left out of greed for power. They have left, and this is a matter of concern, because Muslim leadership has been ignored in the Congress party,” Alvi said. “If Muslim leadership is ignored, then leaders like Owaisi will continue to emerge in the country. Today, Owaisi is becoming a powerful force,” he added. ‘Must engage in comprehensive internal dialogue’ Meanwhile, Congress leader Anant Gadgil also called for urgent “introspection” following the party’s lacklustre performance in the recent Maharashtra municipal elections. He said the Congress must reconnect with its core workers and rural base to survive. Gadgil stressed that the party needs to look inward at a time when the political discourse is dominated by the BJP’s victory and internal bickering within the ruling Mahayuti over mayoral posts. “Instead of holding any single individual responsible, the party must engage in a comprehensive internal dialogue,” Gadgil said. He also said that with rapid urbanisation in Maharashtra, the Congress must promote leaders who command genuine public respect and middle-class support, moving beyond the traditional arithmetic of “money and caste”. This comes after former Congress MP Shakeel Ahmed attacked Rahul Gandhi over the party’s consistent electoral failures. Taking a jibe at Rahul Gandhi, Ahmed said, “Even if Rahul Gandhi wants, he still can’t take Congress below the second position. The reason is that every other party is only in one state.” He also claimed that the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha is “uncomfortable” collaborating with popular veteran leaders. “There is no internal democracy in the Congress party. Whatever Rahul Gandhi says is final,” Ahmed alleged. This is not the first time a party leader has complained about lack of access to the Congress leadership. Recently, former Odisha MLA Mohammed Moquim wrote to Sonia Gandhi, calling for “open-heart surgery” in the party and flagging a growing disconnect between the leadership and workers. In his five-page letter, Moquim said he had not been granted an audience with Rahul Gandhi for nearly three years. “This is not a personal grievance … but a reflection of a wider emotional disconnect felt by workers across India, who feel unseen and unheard,” he wrote. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights