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Dr. Mahathir Under Fire for Controversial Remarks on Indian Community

Dr. Mahathir Mohamad - Malaysian Indians - racial remarks - Unity in Malaysia

Former Malaysian Prime Minister faces backlash for questioning loyalty of Indian Malaysians and stirring racial tensions.

Former Malaysian Prime Minister, Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, has sparked outrage with his recent racial remarks targeting the Indian community. His comments, suggesting that Malaysian Indians are not entirely loyal to the country, have been met with severe criticism from political leaders, activists, and netizens alike. The divisive statements have raised concerns about racial harmony and unity in the nation.

Political figures, including the Unity Minister, Aaron Ago Dagang, and leaders from various parties like PKR and Muda, have condemned Dr. Mahathir's remarks and called for an apology. The controversy has led to a heated debate on social media, with calls for accountability and respect for Malaysia's diverse ethnic communities. The issue highlights the importance of responsible leadership and the need to promote mutual understanding and respect among all Malaysians.

In a surprising turn of events, Dr. Mahathir's comments have not only faced backlash but also triggered a police report and demands for accountability. The incident serves as a reminder of the challenges in addressing sensitive issues of race and identity in a multicultural society like Malaysia. As the nation grapples with these tensions, it remains to be seen how leaders will navigate discussions on diversity and inclusivity moving forward.

In the wake of the controversy, Dr. Mahathir's remarks have reignited discussions on the complexities of Malaysian identity and the challenges of fostering unity in a diverse society. The incident underscores the ongoing dialogue needed to promote harmony and respect for all communities in Malaysia.

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Dr Mahathir's slight against ethnic Indians bound to be exploited by ... (Malay Mail)

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 13 — Former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad's racial remark against the Indian community could be exploited by extremist groups ...

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Mahathir attempting to divert attention from Daim's case, says PKR (Malaysiakini)

PKR deputy secretary-general Sathia Prakash Nadarajah claimed that the former prime minister feared that he would be in MACC's crosshairs next. Already ...

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Ex-MPs slam Dr M's comments on Malaysian Indians as ... (New Straits Times Online)

KUALA LUMPUR: Two former members of parliament have taken Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad to task for what they described as “hate filled rants” over his remarks on ...

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Unity minister next to slam Dr M over remarks on Indians (Free Malaysia Today)

PETALING JAYA: National unity minister Aaron Ago Dagang has joined the chorus of criticism against Dr Mahathir Mohamad for saying Indians are not ...

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Dr Mahathir Grilled By India's TV Host, Insists Country Only Belongs ... (The Rakyat Post)

In an interview with Thanthi TV, Mahathir caused controversy when he said Chinese and Indians cannot claim that Malaysia belong to them.

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Mahathir Mohamad SHOCKER: 'Indians Not Loyal, Need to Shed ... (Republic World)

Mahathir Mohd sparked outrage by questioning the loyalty of the Indian diaspora, urging stronger assimilation into Malay culture.

Political leaders must be role models in fostering harmony, says ... (The Malaysian Insight)

Unity Minister Aaron Ago Dagang calls on all Malaysians to avoid making statements that touch on the sensitivities of religion and race that can lead to hatred.

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Muda President Demands Apology from Dr Mahathir over Remarks (BNN Breaking)

Amira Aisya Abd Aziz, acting president of Muda, calls for apology from former Malaysian Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad for his controversial remarks ...

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“They don't speak Malay” – Tun M Claims M'sian Chinese & Indians ... (WORLD OF BUZZ)

Tun M may have retired from the world of politics, but he still has a lot to say about the government and the country in general.

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Muda demands apology from Mahathir for Indians, Chinese 'not ... (New Straits Times Online)

KUALA LUMPUR: Muda has called on Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad to apologise for saying that Malaysian Indians and Chinese are “not completely loyal to the ...

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'Mahathir is protagonist-in-chief', activists slam Mahathir for stirring ... (New Straits Times Online)

KUALA LUMPUR: Social Protection Contributor Advisory Association Malaysia (SPCAAM) has hit out at Tun Dr Mahathir Mohammad for his recent comments on race ...

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Dr Mahathir Faces Backlash Over Comments On Malaysian Indians (The Rakyat Post)

The backlash has been swift and widespread, with netizens, MPs, and civil society leaders expressing their unhappiness and feeling offended.

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Dr M shouldn't question loyalty of Malaysian Chinese, Indians (The Edge Markets MY)

Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad should not question the loyalty of Malaysians of Indian and Chinese descent just because they speak their ...

Dr Mahathir shouldn't question loyalty of Indian, Chinese ... (The Malaysian Insight)

Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo regrets that former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad still finds it appropriate to make divisive statements, especially on ...

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Mahathir is prime architect of divisive racial and religious policies ... (New Straits Times Online)

GEORGE TOWN: A former DAP leader has claimed that Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad was the prime architect of the divisive racial and religious policies that have ...

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Gobind: Dr Mahathir shouldn't question loyalty of Indian, Chinese ... (Malay Mail)

PUTRAJAYA, Jan 14 — Former prime minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad should not question the loyalty of Malaysians of Indian and Chinese descent just because ...

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Mahathir's Indians-not-loyal remark embarrassing, says Lau (Daily Express)

PETALING JAYA: Gerakan president Dominic Lau has hit out at former prime minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad for his remarks about Indians not being “completely ...

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Dr M's remarks against Indian community roundly slammed (The Star Online)

PETALING JAYA: Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad's remarks about Malaysian-Indians “not being completely loyal” to the country has led to other politicians decrying ...

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Indian loyalty: PKR leader lodges police report against Mahathir (Malaysiakini)

Kuala Selangor PKR chief Thiban Subbramaniam has lodged a report against ex-premier Dr Mahathir Mohamad over his statement questioning the loyalty of ...

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"Disgrace" — M'sians Refute Mahathir's Claim That Non-Malays Are ... (SAYS)

Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad claimed that Malaysian Chinese and Indians should assimilate into Malay culture if they wish to identify themselves as Malaysians.

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