Feroze Mithiborwala
Feroze Mithiborwala is an Indian political activist, columnist, and commentator known for his involvement in anti-imperialist and pro-Palestinian movements. He is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, and serves as the convenor of Awami Bharat, a socio-political organization active in campaigns addressing global and domestic justice issues.
Career and activism
Mithiborwala has participated in various international solidarity initiatives, including the Global March to Jerusalem and the Gaza Freedom Flotilla. He has written opinion pieces and columns addressing themes such as communal harmony, caste equality, and global geopolitics.He describes his work as inspired by figures such as Mahatma Gandhi, B. R. Ambedkar, and Jyotirao Phule, integrating elements of liberation theology and leftist thought. Within India, he has supported causes related to Dalit rights and anti-caste activism, advocating for social alliances among marginalized communities including Dalits, Adivasis, and Muslims.