PSM Accused of Editing Quranic Verse at Event Featuring President Muizzu

Maldives state broadcaster Public Service Media (PSM) is accused of editing a Quranic verse in a video of a reception held during President Dr Mohamed Muizzu's visit to Rasdhoo Island in Alifu Alifu Atoll. The verse, Surah Al-Hujurat Ayah 6, includes the Arabic word 'Fasiq' (evildoer), which was omitted in the edited version shared on social media. Critics allege the edit was deliberate to dissociate the verse from President Muizzu amid accusations of lying. PSM deleted the video after public outcry, but supporters claim it was a technical mistake. The incident has sparked widespread anger, as altering Quranic text is considered an act of disbelief.

Maldives state broadcaster Public Service Media (PSM) is accused of editing a Quranic verse in a video of a reception held during President Dr Mohamed Muizzu's visit to Rasdhoo Island in Alifu Alifu Atoll. The verse, Surah Al-Hujurat Ayah 6, includes the Arabic word 'Fasiq' (evildoer), which was omitted in the edited version shared on social media. Critics allege the edit was deliberate to dissociate the verse from President Muizzu amid accusations of lying. PSM deleted the video after public outcry, but supporters claim it was a technical mistake. The incident has sparked widespread anger, as altering Quranic text is considered an act of disbelief.

Maldives state broadcaster Public Service Media (PSM) is accused of editing a Quranic verse in a video of a reception held during President Dr Mohamed Muizzu's visit to Rasdhoo Island in Alifu Alifu Atoll. The verse, Surah Al-Hujurat Ayah 6, includes the Arabic word 'Fasiq' (evildoer), which was omitted in the edited version shared on social media. Critics allege the edit was deliberate to dissociate the verse from President Muizzu amid accusations of lying. PSM deleted the video after public outcry, but supporters claim it was a technical mistake. The incident has sparked widespread anger, as altering Quranic text is considered an act of disbelief.

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