Hindu Temple Defaced in California with Anti-India Graffiti, BAPS Vows Resilience

In a disturbing incident in California, a Hindu temple was defaced with anti-India graffiti, prompting strong condemnation from the local community and the BAPS organization. The vandalism occurred at the Swaminarayan Mandir in Newark, where hateful messages were spray-painted on the temple walls. The graffiti included phrases targeting India and its Prime Minister, Narendra Modi.

The Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS), which manages the temple, expressed deep sorrow over the incident but emphasized their commitment to resilience and unity. A spokesperson for BAPS stated, 'We will never let hate triumph over faith and love. Our community remains steadfast in our values and will continue to serve as a beacon of peace and harmony.'

Local authorities are investigating the vandalism as a hate crime, and efforts are underway to identify the perpetrators. The incident has sparked outrage among the Indian-American community, with many calling for increased security measures at religious sites. Community leaders have urged authorities to take swift action to prevent future attacks.

This act of vandalism is part of a concerning trend of attacks on places of worship across the United States. Earlier this year, similar incidents were reported at other religious sites, raising concerns about rising hate crimes and the need for community vigilance.

• BAPS
• California
• Narendra Modi
• Swaminarayan Mandir

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