IS claim

The Islamic State’s claim that it has established a “province” in India is not something to be taken lightly. It poses a major security threat. The world has already seen the damage caused in Sri Lanka, which intelligence agencies say is linked to the IS. The government must be transparent and give us all the information necessary (Page 1, “IS claims it set up ‘province’ in India”, May 12).

C.A.C. Murugappan,

Kothamangalam, Tamil Nadu

The report is alarming. Muslims have been and are living in India harmoniously with people of other religions and desire to live in peace. Muslim-based political parties in India should spend their resources to expose the bad apples in the community. Causing grievous harm and hurt to others is not jihad. Absolutely not.

Mohammed Ikramulla,

Hyderabad