Petition to Government Of India to honor Tarek Fatah with a civilian award posthumously.
Honorable and most respected Prime Minister Modi ji and members of the PMO,
Namaskar, from the Kashmiri Hindus of the maple land Canada ( Kashmiri Hindu Overseas Association Of Canada, KHOAC)
As the world known Canada-based Pakistani origin author, journalist, and activist Sh.Tarek Fatah left his mortal cage and merged with Parmatma recently after prolonged illness. Tarek Fatah's death is a loss to all of humanity. People like Tarek Fatah are the torch bearers of humanity, a seer, philosopher, writer, journalist, activist, and freedom fighter all rolled in one! Souls like him lead and lift mankind out of darkness and towards the light. He was a true Sanatani, "Dharti ka Lal" and loved Mother India as his own.
Though he was born in Pakistan, he called himself "An Indian born in Pakistan". He persistently spoke against terrorism exported across the border which has plagued India for decades and threaten the peace and stability in the country. He always raised his voice against the rise of extremism in religious thought in India and throughout the world.
Time and again, he spoke in support of oppressed and the weak, especially Kashmiri Hindus on whom radical forces in Kashmir committed genocide, were forced to leave their homeland and become refugees in their own country. Tarek Fatah stood for the freedom of Baluchistan and expressed his views making no bones about the atrocities on the people of Baluchistan by the Pakistani government.
Sh. Fatah supported LGBTQ rights, separation of religion and state, opposed Sharia law & advocated liberal, progressive & inclusive Islam. He was a vocal critic of the Pakistani religious and political establishment and always criticized the partition of India.
This petition is to urge the Indian government to honor Tarek Fatah with the civilian award posthumously for his work and activism in the area of world politics and journalism.
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May 5, 2023
Seeing the momentum building for this really hits home because Tarek spent his whole life fighting for the truth even when it wasnt easy. It feels like people are finally recognizing that spirit of his and honestly it is just overwhelming to see so many folks wanting to honor him like this (he would be so proud I think).
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75 Comments
A very deserving person who highlighted the hypocrisy of strict Islam and identified himself with India against Pakistan throughout his public life.
Tarek upheld truth and boldly fought against fundamentalists and defended India’s civilisation and its democratic principles. He wanted take Indian Citizenship which did not materialise. A true Indian at heart.
Mr. Tarak Fatah deserves Civilian award from government of India. He has done a lot for humanity, women, underprivileged, and India through his writings, speeches, and literary work. He was the son of India living in Canada.
Tarek Fatah was a pioneer in objective analysis of sociological issues affecting India and neighbouring countries. I cannot think another author, analyst and commentator who deserves this recognition.
Shri Tariq sahab was a true follower of Sanatan Dharam. He always prayed to Allmighty that the next janam may have in India. Padma award is rightly deserved by him
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Petition to Government Of India to honor Tarek Fatah with a civilian award posthumously.
Honorable and most respected Prime Minister Modi ji and members of the PMO,
Namaskar, from the Kashmiri Hindus of the maple land Canada ( Kashmiri Hindu Overseas Association Of Canada, KHOAC)
As the world known Canada-based Pakistani origin author, journalist, and activist Sh.Tarek Fatah left his mortal cage and merged with Parmatma recently after prolonged illness. Tarek Fatah's death is a loss to all of humanity. People like Tarek Fatah are the torch bearers of humanity, a seer, philosopher, writer, journalist, activist, and freedom fighter all rolled in one! Souls like him lead and lift mankind out of darkness and towards the light. He was a true Sanatani, "Dharti ka Lal" and loved Mother India as his own.
Though he was born in Pakistan, he called himself "An Indian born in Pakistan". He persistently spoke against terrorism exported across the border which has plagued India for decades and threaten the peace and stability in the country. He always raised his voice against the rise of extremism in religious thought in India and throughout the world.
Time and again, he spoke in support of oppressed and the weak, especially Kashmiri Hindus on whom radical forces in Kashmir committed genocide, were forced to leave their homeland and become refugees in their own country. Tarek Fatah stood for the freedom of Baluchistan and expressed his views making no bones about the atrocities on the people of Baluchistan by the Pakistani government.
Sh. Fatah supported LGBTQ rights, separation of religion and state, opposed Sharia law & advocated liberal, progressive & inclusive Islam. He was a vocal critic of the Pakistani religious and political establishment and always criticized the partition of India.
This petition is to urge the Indian government to honor Tarek Fatah with the civilian award posthumously for his work and activism in the area of world politics and journalism.
Updates
May 5, 2023
Seeing the momentum building for this really hits home because Tarek spent his whole life fighting for the truth even when it wasnt easy. It feels like people are finally recognizing that spirit of his and honestly it is just overwhelming to see so many folks wanting to honor him like this (he would be so proud I think).
Reached 100 supporters
May 5, 2023
75 Comments
Although he was not an Indian citizen/ national, his love for India & his courage in calling a spade a spade, particularly with regards to Pakistan, makes him a deserving candidate.
A very deserving person who highlighted the hypocrisy of strict Islam and identified himself with India against Pakistan throughout his public life.
Tarek upheld truth and boldly fought against fundamentalists and defended India’s civilisation and its democratic principles. He wanted take Indian Citizenship which did not materialise. A true Indian at heart.
Mr. Tarak Fatah deserves Civilian award from government of India. He has done a lot for humanity, women, underprivileged, and India through his writings, speeches, and literary work. He was the son of India living in Canada.
Tarek Fatah was a pioneer in objective analysis of sociological issues affecting India and neighbouring countries. I cannot think another author, analyst and commentator who deserves this recognition.
Shri Tariq sahab was a true follower of Sanatan Dharam. He always prayed to Allmighty that the next janam may have in India. Padma award is rightly deserved by him
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Although he was not an Indian citizen/ national, his love for India & his courage in calling a spade a spade, particularly with regards to Pakistan, makes him a deserving candidate.