India strongly condemned the recent act of vandalism at a Hindu temple in Chino Hills, California, on Sunday, calling it “despicable.” The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, expressed the country’s dismay and urged local authorities to take strict action against the perpetrators.
“We have seen reports regarding the vandalism at a Hindu temple in Chino Hills, California. We condemn such despicable acts in the strongest terms. We call upon the local law enforcement authorities to take stringent action against those responsible for these acts, and also ensure adequate security to places of worship,” said the MEA.
The BAPS Hindu Temple in Chino Hills was defaced with derogatory messages, occurring just days before a controversial ‘Khalistani referendum’ in Los Angeles. The BAPS United States page condemned the attack, expressing their commitment to fight hate and emphasizing the importance of peace and compassion.
The Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA) also shared details of the incident and linked it to the upcoming “Khalistan referendum” in Los Angeles, highlighting the growing concerns over anti-Hindu hate and temple desecration. They called for a thorough investigation into the attack and raised awareness about other similar incidents in recent years.
