PANAJI: Goa’s Jamaat-e-Islami Hind (JIH) has expressed concern over recent incidents causing social unrest in the State. In a statement, JIH urged Goans of all religious and cultural backgrounds to remain vigilant and avoid allowing individuals to create divisions. The organisation condemned any acts that hurt religious sentiments and called for swift action by law enforcement to address such incidents. JIH emphasised the importance of addressing hate speech through peaceful and democratic means, urging the government to take strict legal action to restore public trust. The group also appealed to Goans to work towards maintaining peace and harmony in the State. The statement was issued by JIH Goa State President, Asif Hussain.