Empowering Marginalized Voices: The Influence of Muslim-Run Media Outlets in Shaping India’s Digital Public Sphere
Authors:-Anam Mobin, Professor Mohammad Shahid
Abstract-Muslim-run media outlets influence India’s online conversation by highlighting underrepresented voices, fighting false information, and encouraging open discussions. In India, the mainstream media is often accused of misleading or ignoring Muslim viewpoints. As a result, independent digital platforms created by and for Muslims have become important for sharing their stories, supporting their rights, and shaping their narratives. Independent internet platforms like TwoCircles.net and Maktoob Media are crucial spaces for representation, advocacy, and grassroots storytelling in India, while mainstream media have been condemned for reinforcing negative stereotypes and marginalizing Muslim voices. This study emphasizes the importance of editorial independence in unbiased reporting and helps us understand how independent Muslim media work in India’s changing digital ecosystem and how they democratize media representation and promote public equity.
