Disrupted in Christmas celebrations in India by Hindu nationalist groups

 Disrupted in Christmas Celebrations in India  by  Hindu Nationalist Groups

 In December 2025, Christmas celebrations in India were disrupted by multiple incidents involving Hindu nationalist groups, particularly those affiliated with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), and Bajrang Dal. These groups, often described as Hindutva or far-right vigilantes, targeted Christian events, schools, churches, carol singers, and decorations, citing concerns over alleged religious conversions and the promotion of "foreign"



Key Incidents Reported

  • Vandalism and Disruptions: Groups vandalized Christmas decorations in malls (e.g., Magneto Mall in Raipur, Chhattisgarh), schools (e.g., St. Mary’s School in Assam's Nalbari district, where items were burned), and public spaces. In Jodhpur (Rajasthan) and Mumbai, programs were forcibly stopped, with children reportedly made to chant Hindu slogans.
  • Harassment: Carol singers and vendors selling Santa hats were confronted or attacked, including children in Kerala (Palakkad) whose instruments were destroyed. Women wearing Santa caps in Delhi's Lajpat Nagar were accused of proselytization.
  • Protests and Cancellations: Protests outside churches (e.g., reciting Hanuman Chalisa in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh) and pressure led to canceled school events in several states, including Kerala and Uttar Pradesh (where December 25 was not observed as a holiday in some schools).
  • Broader Attacks: Earlier incidents included burning churches in Chhattisgarh over burial disputes. The VHP issued statements urging Hindus to avoid Christmas celebrations to protect "cultural awareness."

Scale and Context

Organizations like the United Christian Forum reported over 600–700 cases of violence against Christians in 2025 (up to November), with dozens specifically around Christmas. Open Doors and human rights groups noted heightened fears, linking this to rising Hindutva ideology and anti-conversion laws in BJP-ruled states.

Responses

  • Arrests occurred in some cases (e.g., four VHP/Bajrang Dal members in Assam).
  • Critics, including opposition leaders like Shashi Tharoor, condemned the incidents as attacks on religious freedom.
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a Christmas event in Delhi, contrasting with ground-level actions by affiliated groups.

These events reflect ongoing tensions over minority rights in India, where Christians form about 2.3% of the population. While not universal, the incidents created an atmosphere of fear for many during the festive season, as documented across Indian and international media.

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