Hindu Temple Vandalised in California Sparks Outrage
In a shocking incident that has sparked widespread outrage, a Hindu temple in California was vandalised with anti-India graffiti. The attack on the temple, located in Newark, has been condemned by the Indian Consulate in San Francisco as a 'despicable act'. The graffiti included slogans in support of Khalistan, a proposed independent Sikh state, and derogatory remarks about India.
The vandalism occurred on Saturday night, and the temple authorities discovered the damage the following morning. The incident has been reported to the Newark Police Department, which is currently investigating the matter. The temple, a place of worship and community gathering for the local Hindu population, has been left shaken by the attack.
The Indian Consulate has urged the local authorities to investigate the incident thoroughly and bring the perpetrators to justice. The attack on the temple is seen as part of a broader trend of hate crimes targeting religious minorities in the United States. Hindu organisations in the US have expressed solidarity with the affected temple and called for increased security measures to protect places of worship.
This incident has also reignited discussions about the need for greater awareness and education about different cultures and religions to prevent such acts of hatred and intolerance. Community leaders have called for unity and understanding in the face of this attack, emphasizing the importance of respecting all faiths and beliefs.
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