In response to the grievous events surrounding the unjust treatment of prominent Shia clerics, a significant protest was organized in Mumbai. The protest was held in solidarity with Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky, the leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria, who has been subjected to severe persecution, and to strongly condemn the execution of Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr, a respected Shia cleric and human rights activist in Saudi Arabia. This protest was a powerful expression of unity among the Muslim community in Mumbai, standing up against oppression and advocating for justice. Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr was a vocal critic of the Saudi government's policies and a strong advocate for the rights of the Shia minority in the country. His execution in January 2016 sparked outrage across the globe, with widespread protests condemning the act as a gross violation of human rights and religious freedom. Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky, the leader of the Shia community in Nigeria, has faced severe persecution, including the massacre of his followers and the killing of his sons by Nigerian military forces. His imprisonment and mistreatment have drawn international condemnation and calls for his release.
