INSIGHT UK statement on the Manchester Airport incident


INSIGHT UK strongly objects to the use of the term β€œAsian” to describe the individuals involved in the recent Manchester airport incident.

The individuals in question were neither Indian nor Hindu. The conflation of British Hindus and Indians with the broader β€œAsian” identity often leads to a misrepresentation of Indian and Hindu values and behaviours, which are fundamentally peaceful.

The British Hindu and Indian communities are highly educated, well-integrated, and law-abiding. They are among the highest taxpayers and contributors in the UK across all ethnic minorities. The British Hindu and Indian communities make significant contributions to business, healthcare, technology, innovation, and finance, driving economic growth and societal progress in the UK.

As law-abiding citizens, we stand by the police and commend their decisive response to the senseless attack on their officers.

We urge all journalists to avoid using the term β€œAsian” to ensure accurate and respectful representation