At a time when large sections of the global media ecosystem selectively amplifies narratives while overlooking the suffering of Hindu communities, the onus lies squarely with Organiser to document, investigate, and tell the stories that are otherwise pushed to the margins. Across Bharat and beyond, incidents involving the killing, torture, coercion, and systematic targeting of Hindus often fail to receive sustained attention, either diluted through euphemisms or erased under the guise of “isolated crimes.” Organiser steps into this silence with a clear editorial responsibility, to chronicle facts without fear, to name patterns without hesitation, and to place victims, not ideological convenience, at the centre of reportage.
The week from December 15 to December 21, 2025, presents yet another grim reminder of why this responsibility matters. A disturbing series of incidents unfolded across multiple states, exposing an entrenched pattern of identity deception, forced religious conversions, sexual exploitation, and targeted violence against Hindu individuals and communities. These were not sporadic or disconnected events but part of a broader continuum in which vulnerable sections, particularly young women, minors, and socially isolated families, were allegedly trapped through false identities, emotional manipulation, threats, and coercive religious pressure.
Beyond individual cases, these incidents raise profound questions about civilisational security, religious freedom, and the right of Hindus to live without fear in their own homeland. They underline the urgent need for sustained documentation, legal accountability, and an unflinching media gaze that refuses to normalise or obscure violence when the victims are Hindu. The following compilation details the incidents reported between December 15 and December 21, 2025, each case a stark reminder of why telling these unheard stories is not merely journalism, but a moral obligation.
The Case You Should Know
Dipu Chandra Das, a Hindu man, was brutally killed on the night of December 18, 2025, in Bhaluka town of Bangladesh’s Mymensingh district, in what has been reported as a lynching triggered by allegations of blasphemy. According to available accounts, a mob attacked Das following accusations that he had made remarks offensive to religious sentiments, leading to his violent death. The incident once again highlighted the vulnerability of religious minorities in Bangladesh, particularly Hindus, who have repeatedly faced mob violence, intimidation, and targeted attacks over allegations that often spread rapidly through rumours or social media. The killing of Dipu Chandra Das sparked outrage and condemnation, with observers pointing to a disturbing pattern in which allegations of blasphemy are used to justify extrajudicial violence, while accountability for perpetrators remains uncertain at the time of reporting.
December 15, 2025
Ujjain Hotel Incident Involving Mehtab
A 23-year-old man from Chandigarh, identified by police as Mohammad Mehtab, son of Mohammad Mustafa and resident of Hallo Majra, arrived in Ujjain with two Hindu young women and one young man and checked into Hotel Velvet at Gudri Chouraha. Mehtab allegedly gave a Hindu name, “Kuldeep”, to the hotel operator and did not submit his Aadhaar card at the time of check-in. After local Hindu organisations received information about the matter, their members reached the hotel along with Mahakal police, who took Mehtab into custody and later stated that several photographs of young women and women were found on his mobile phone. According to the police, one of the accompanying young women had informed her family that she was going on a college trip, while the second young woman’s mother knew about her travel to Ujjain, but her father had not been informed. Police also spoke with the families of the young women and said that action would be taken against the accused Mehtab. Officials further stated that Mehtab is engaged in a milk dairy business in Chandigarh.
Hamirpur Cleric Arrested Over Marriage After Alleged Conversion
In Hamirpur district of Uttar Pradesh, police have arrested a cleric accused of solemnising the marriage of a young Hindu woman after her alleged abduction and religious conversion. According to Majhgawan police station in-charge Ashutosh Singh, the woman from a village under Majhgawan police station limits was allegedly lured away in August by Gullu, son of Habib, a resident of Belatal in Mahoba district. During this period, the woman’s religion was allegedly changed and her nikah was performed at Belatal (Jaitpur). This sequence of events has been described by the police as part of their ongoing investigation. Police stated that during the probe, the name of Jabbar alias Hafiz Ji alias Maulvi emerged as the cleric who conducted the nikah, following which he was made an accused in the case. Officers said that Gullu had already been arrested earlier under sections 3/5 of the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act. On Monday, Jabbar alias Hafiz Ji alias Maulvi was also arrested and sent to jail in connection with the same case, as per the police.
Ratlam College Incident Over Alleged Fake IDs
In Ratlam district of Madhya Pradesh, an uproar broke out at the government college in Sailana over suspicion of “love jihad”, after Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad functionaries reached the campus and accused a Muslim student of using a changed name to lure Hindu girl students. Sailana police arrived at the spot and took the accused student into custody for his safety. According to the complaint submitted at the police station, the student Kamran, resident of Sarvan and son of Jafar Khan, is alleged to have created more than five Instagram IDs using different names, including Hindu names and some in girls’ names. The complainants further alleged that Kamran tied a kalawa on his wrist to present himself as Hindu, chatted with Hindu girls and women, and recorded videos of girl students inside the college campus without permission.
Minor Girl Rape Accused Asif Khan Arrested
Police have arrested 21-year-old Asif Khan, a resident of Padav Para, Kota, for allegedly raping a minor girl from Ratanpur after manipulating her emotionally. According to the report, Asif Khan had been harassing the minor for the past two years, allegedly following her whenever she went to school and trying to trap her in a love relationship with false promises. When the minor’s family came to know about the incident, they lodged a complaint at Ratanpur police station in early November. Police then started searching for Asif Khan and eventually arrested him on the basis of his mobile location. A case has been registered against him for allegedly raping the minor under the pretext of marriage.
Hindu devotees duped at Auraiya temple
Hindu devotees at the Durvasa Rishi temple in Dowamafi village, Auraiya district, Uttar Pradesh, were allegedly financially exploited by a man identified as Abdul, who posed as a Hindu by wearing a tilak. The incident took place on 15 December 2025, at around 11 a.m., during a grand fair at the temple that attracted devotees from various places for darshan. According to the available account, Abdul, a resident of Ulfat Nagar locality under Kalan police station in Shahjahanpur district, had been staying on the temple premises for some days, during which he is said to have cooked, eaten, and slept with the staff after developing a close relationship with the priests and employees. He reportedly stated that he has two sons and three daughters, all married, with his elder son working as a private doctor in Bareilly, his younger son running a grocery store in Badaun, and his wife living at home. On the day of the incident, Abdul allegedly entered the temple and forcibly applied tilak and put garlands on devotees, demanding money from them in return. Local devotees protested and asked people to gather at the temple gate, following which an argument ensued. A devotee then suspected that he might be Muslim, and when questioned, Abdul initially gave a Hindu name, identifying himself as “Dulara, son of Lalman,” but later disclosed his real name as Abdul. Reports further state that suspicion about him had earlier arisen when the daughters of the temple priest had visited and, while the priests and sadhus touched their feet, Abdul did not do so.
Hindu temple demolition and assault on protesters in Hyderabad, Sindh
In Hyderabad, Sindh province of Pakistan, an ancient Hindu temple of the Kolhi community was allegedly demolished at night on 15 December 2025 by state authorities, reportedly under the influence of a powerful landlord. Members of the local Hindu community, including women and children, later staged a protest in Hosri near Hyderabad against the demolition, blocking the Hyderabad–Badin highway for several hours and bringing traffic to a standstill. Protesting Hindus stated that those who tried to stop the demolition were physically assaulted and given death threats by Pakistani police and Muslim locals. The assault was described as particularly brutal towards Hindu women protesters, who were allegedly beaten with sticks while demonstrating peacefully and demanding justice and protection for Hindu religious sites.
Hindu girls allegedly lured through fake Hindu identities in Sailana college
At a Government College in Sailana city of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, multiple Hindu girl students were allegedly lured and targeted by a Muslim youth identified as Kamran Khan, son of Zafar Khan and a resident of Sarwan. According to reports, Kamran allegedly created several fake Instagram profiles using Hindu names, including some in the names of Hindu girls, and used these accounts to approach and interact with Hindu girl students. He is also reported to have worn a kalava on his hand to strengthen his portrayal of a Hindu identity. On 15 December 2025, members of Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad received information that a student was targeting Hindu girls by posing as a Hindu and reached the college campus, where they confronted Kamran. It was then found that he had created more than five Instagram IDs under false Hindu identities, and his mobile phone allegedly contained objectionable material. He had also been secretly filming female students on campus without their consent, and several videos and social media accounts were found to have been deleted before police inspection.
Hindu minor allegedly lured and trafficked towards Nepal from Raxaul
In Motihari’s Raxaul area of Bihar, a sex trafficking network targeting Hindu women, including minors, allegedly run by a Muslim man identified as Mohammad Naushad Miyan, was exposed. According to the case details, Naushad, a resident of Nepal, along with his assistant Kishan Kumar from Ludhiana, allegedly trapped Hindu women and minor girls in romantic relationships and then lured them with promises of jobs in Nepal, where they were to be forced into prostitution. The incident came to light when the Sashastra Seema Bal’s Anti-Human Trafficking Unit detained two young men, Naushad Miyan and Kishan Kumar, along with a minor Hindu girl, near the India–Nepal Friendship Bridge at Raxaul. The minor girl from Ludhiana had reportedly been lured into a love affair via Facebook and brought towards the border on the pretext of a job offer, with Naushad allegedly attempting to take her into Nepal to sell her. During questioning by female officers, the girl stated that she was from Ludhiana and had been told to cross the border alone to meet the accused.
Indian Family from Ahmedabad Kidnapped for Ransom in Libya
Unidentified kidnappers abducted Kismatsinh Chavda, Heenaben, and their three-year-old daughter Devanshi for ransom in Libya. The family left Ahmedabad for Dubai on November 29 en route to Portugal via an agent, was taken to Benghazi without consent, and held captive while kidnappers demanded ₹2 crore from relatives; the matter has been reported to the Ministry of External Affairs and investigation is ongoing.
Dalit Family Home Set on Fire in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh
Faheem Khan allegedly set fire to the home of a Dalit family in a grooming-related case in Sagar, Madhya Pradesh. Three siblings of the girl were affected, with two minor brothers dying from burns and elder sister Dhulsi seriously injured; Khan had allegedly threatened to burn the house if the girl did not return from Sagar and carried out the threat on the night of December 4-5, after which the family, who initially stayed silent possibly due to fear, later named him in their statement and police registered a case and began re-recording statements for investigation.
Woman Set Ablaze over Relationship Dispute in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh
In Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh, Samir Khan allegedly poured petrol on Nisha Dubey and set her on fire over a relationship dispute. The accused had reportedly threatened her and demanded that she leave home, and no action has been reported so far.
Alleged Conversion Activities under Pretext of Treatment in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh
Two persons allegedly conducted religious conversion activities by reading the Bible under the pretext of treatment in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. Hindu organisation workers raided a house after receiving information, recovered a Bible and other materials from the site, and police registered a case.
December 16, 2025
Allegations of Marriage, Conversion Pressure in Sonbhadra
A case alleging land encroachment intertwined with marriage and religious conversion pressure has emerged from the Duddhi tehsil of Sonbhadra district in Uttar Pradesh, a tribal-dominated border region adjoining Jharkhand and Madhya Pradesh where Scheduled Tribes constitute nearly 50 percent of the population. According to complaints, members of a Muslim community allegedly married Scheduled Tribe women or coerced them into changing their religion, after which tribal land was reportedly taken over and subsequently used to facilitate the settlement of people from the same community. After the issue surfaced, affected families approached the district administration and submitted representations to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath seeking intervention. Manoj Gaur, a resident of Baghadu village, alleged that one of the accused repeatedly pressured his daughters to convert and marry, misused government scheme benefits meant for Scheduled Tribe women, and issued threats when the family resisted. His daughter, Renu Kumari, in a written police complaint, alleged repeated visits by the accused to her home, inducements and intimidation, harassment while commuting to college, and threats to kill family members. Following these complaints, police registered cases against Bahadur Ali, Naseem Uddin, Ajmat Ali, Raziya Panika of Baghadu village, and Abdul Subhan of Amwar village, invoking provisions related to forced religious conversion and atrocities against Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. It has also been alleged that Bahadur Ali acquired land in the names of his wife and brother-in-law after marrying a tribal woman and that this land was later used to settle others.
Identity Deception, Sexual Exploitation, and Blackmail Case in Patna
A case involving alleged identity deception, sexual exploitation, and blackmail has been reported from Patna, Bihar, where a Muslim man is accused of posing as a Hindu to establish a relationship with a Hindu woman. The matter surfaced after the woman, a resident of Ramkrishna Nagar, approached the police on December 12, leading to the arrest of the accused. According to her complaint, the interaction began in January through a wrong number phone call and gradually developed into regular conversations and a personal relationship, during which the accused, introducing himself as Sonu, promised marriage and invited her to a hotel in the Karbigahia area, where physical relations were established multiple times. The woman alleged that she later discovered his real identity as Mohammad Rustam, that he was already married with three children, and that when she attempted to end the relationship, he threatened her with the circulation of an explicit video. Police stated that the accused had concealed both his identity and marital status, recorded an explicit video without her consent, and later shared it on social media after she refused to meet his demands. Acting on the complaint, police accompanied the woman to a meeting arranged by the accused and arrested him near the Mithapur bus stand, confirming that he remains in custody and that the case is under investigation.
Assamese Woman Gang-Raped Near Nellai, Three Held
An Assamese migrant woman was allegedly gang-raped in front of her husband near Srivaikundam in Tamil Nadu’s Thoothukudi district, and three accused, labour contractor Mohammed Mahful Hussain (about 27) and two minors from Assam have been arrested. The couple had come from Assam about two weeks earlier to work at a hollow block manufacturing unit in the Arasarkulam area and decided to leave for Kerala due to poor conditions and low wages, travelling towards Tirunelveli in an autorickshaw when they were intercepted. Police reports state that Hussain, who supplies migrant workers on commission, contacted the couple by phone, threatened them to continue working, and then, along with the two minors, stopped their auto near Sivanthipatti on the outskirts of Tirunelveli on the pretext that they had stolen money from the quarry or unit owner, causing the driver to leave. The trio allegedly took the couple to a nearby forested or isolated area, assaulted the husband, and raped the woman in front of him before fleeing and later having the couple dropped back towards Tirunelveli. The victim was admitted to Tirunelveli Government Medical College / District Head Government Hospital for treatment, and Srivaikundam All Women Police Station registered a case and launched an investigation. Police then arrested Hussain and the two minors, produced the adult accused before court and remanded him to jail, while the juveniles were sent to a juvenile home, with further interrogation and investigation continuing.
Temple Devotional Music Curbed During Political Celebration in Malappuram
An incident involving restrictions on Hindu religious practices was reported from Edavanna in Malappuram district of Kerala on December 16, 2025. The issue arose near the Mahavishnu Temple at Kolappad, where early-morning devotional songs, including Suprabhatham, have traditionally been played around 5 am as part of daily worship. This practice has been followed for several years and was reportedly carried out with the required police permissions and in accordance with existing rules. According to media reports, the objections emerged during a United Democratic Front victory celebration after the alliance won a ward in the Edavanna panchayat. During the celebration, UDF workers raised slogans stating that devotional songs played from temples caused disturbance and should not be audible outside the temple premises. Provocative slogans were raised outside the Mahavishnu Temple, followed by chants supporting the United Democratic Front. Flags of the Indian Union Muslim League and the Indian National Congress were visible in the procession, indicating a joint UDF event.
Taxi Driver Beaten After ‘Jai Shri Ram’ Chant in Ashoknagar
In Ashoknagar, Madhya Pradesh, approximately 22 Muslim youths allegedly assaulted a taxi driver after he chanted “Jai Shri Ram” during a dispute over a taxi stand. The victim was reportedly beaten severely for about half an hour, and after his family approached police and alleged inaction, hundreds of taxi drivers protested outside the police station.
“I Love Pakistan” Slogans Spark Outrage in Andhra Pradesh
In Sri Sathya Sai District, Andhra Pradesh, Shaik Mohammad Asif, alias Dhanunjay, is seen in a video repeatedly saying “I love Pakistan” and continuing to express affection for Pakistan despite being questioned about living in India. Locals from his area reportedly expressed outrage over the video and filed a complaint.
Death Threat Allegations After Woman Leaves Islam in Noida
In Noida, Uttar Pradesh, Salim and his brother allegedly threatened to kill Ayesha after she renounced Islam and married a Hindu man, Rahul. Ayesha, now Jyoti, reportedly refused a forced marriage to a cousin she considered a brother and, after a five-year relationship, married Rahul on 8 December in Arya Samaj and court, following which her family allegedly issued death threats to the couple and Rahul’s family, forcing them to hide at multiple locations.
Minor Girl Rape Allegation Against Russell Mia in Tripura
In Sepahijala, Tripura, 21-year-old Russell Mia, described as married with children, allegedly raped a 9-year-old girl multiple times. The girl’s parents reportedly filed a complaint, and he was arrested under the POCSO Act.
Attempted Sexual Assault on Elderly Woman in Thrissur
In Thrissur, Kerala, Hashim allegedly attempted a sexual assault on an elderly woman living alone.
On the night of 10 December, he allegedly forcibly entered her home, the woman raised an alarm leading locals to intervene, and the accused, who reportedly has prior cases, was arrested.
Jaipur Grooming, Rape and Conversion Allegation
In Jaipur, Rajasthan, a Brahmin Hindu girl was allegedly groomed gradually under the pretext of a fake job offer by Firoz Qureshi, then raped, taken to Ajmer Dargah and converted by what was described as an organised gang.
The traumatised victim reportedly approached MLA Balmukund Ji and is currently undergoing counselling.
Harassment Allegation Against Hindu Advocate in Bhopal
In Old Subhash Nagar, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, Hindu advocate Veena Gautam and her family are allegedly being harassed by Muslims to sell their bungalow valued at Rs 1.5 crore for Rs 80 lakh. According to her statement, the children in her family are also being harassed.
December 17, 2025
Love Jihad Case Registered Against Muslim Youth in Badaun
A case alleging love jihad has been registered against a Muslim youth in the Sahaswan area of Badaun district, Uttar Pradesh. The FIR was lodged after a complaint alleged that a Chandigarh-based woman was brought and kept by the accused. According to the police, the complaint was filed by Sanjeev Prajapati, Youth Provincial Gau Raksha Head of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad. The written complaint was submitted by Sanjeev Kumar, a resident of Sirsouli village under Ujhani police station limits, at the Sahaswan police station. The complaint named Nazim, son of Rajesh, a resident of Birpur Manpur under Sahaswan police station, alleging that he married a Hindu girl in Chandigarh by using inducement and providing misleading information. The complaint further claimed that the woman was a minor at the time of the marriage, raising suspicion of love jihad. Based on these allegations, the police registered an FIR. SHO Dhananjay Singh stated that the case has been registered and further investigation is underway. He added that statements of the woman’s family members will also be recorded to ascertain the facts.
Dalit Girl Allegedly Lured Away by Youth from Another Community in Sambhal
An incident involving the alleged abduction of a Dalit girl by a youth from another community has been reported from the Hayatnagar police station area in Sambhal district. The matter came to light after the girl’s family returned home from daily wage work and found her missing. According to the complaint, the family, residents of a village under Hayatnagar police station limits, had gone out for labour work on Sunday, leaving their daughter at home. During their absence, a youth from another community, also a resident of the same village, allegedly lured and took the girl away. On returning home, the family searched for her but could not trace her whereabouts. The family subsequently approached the police station and submitted a written complaint, seeking action against the accused youth. Based on the complaint, the police have initiated legal proceedings.
Hindu Women Lured by Muslim Men Pretending to Be Hindu in Uttarakhand
In Udham Singh Nagar, Uttarakhand, two Muslim men allegedly lured and befriended Hindu women by concealing their identities and posing as Hindus on social media. According to reports, the accused, who run a salon business in the Tagore Nagar Teenpani area, used fake accounts to communicate with the women, attempting to establish friendships or relationships under false pretences. The matter came to light on 17 December 2025, when workers from the Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Sena confronted the accused at their shop. During the confrontation, the men allegedly abused the Hindu activists. The activists then took both accused to the police station and demanded strict action. Circle Officer Bhupendra Singh Dhoni stated that the case is under investigation.
Christian Prayer Meeting Held on Hindu Temple Premises in Bilaspur Sparks Concern
In Ganesh Nagar’s Chuchuhiyapara area of Bilaspur, a Hindu temple premises was reportedly used for a Christian prayer meeting, during which non-vegetarian food was prepared and served. Around 150 to 200 people attended the gathering. Members of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal alleged that poor and vulnerable individuals were drawn to the event with promises of food and gifts, raising concerns about potential attempts at religious conversion. Following reports of the incident, activists informed the Sirgitti police, who arrived at the site, stopped the gathering, and took a pastor from Janjgir-Champa district and another individual from Bilaspur into custody for questioning. Authorities are continuing their investigation, and further action is expected based on the findings.
Farooq Accused of Killing Wife and Daughters in Shamli
On 17 December 2025, a social media post alleged that a man named Farooq shot dead his wife and two daughters in Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, because she stepped outside without wearing a burqa. The post stated that he hid their bodies inside a toilet tank, sealed it with concrete, and that the incident was described as a sign that India is going through a dangerous state.
Eight-Year-Old Girl Raped in Vaishali, Bihar
A post dated 17 December 2025 reported that an accused named Samir Ansari raped an 8-year-old girl in Vaishali, Bihar. According to the post, he entered the victim’s home on 10 December while she was alone, was caught in the act by the girl’s mother when she returned from the market, fled the scene, and was later arrested, while the girl was hospitalised.
Dalit Woman Jyoti Found Murdered in Hardoi
Another post recounted that 25-year-old Dalit Hindu woman Jyoti went missing in Hardoi, Uttar Pradesh, after telling her father on the phone that she would reach home soon. It stated that on 16 December, Furqan and an associate took her from her home on the pretext of a job interview, that she was later found strangled and dumped in bushes, and that Furqan was caught in an encounter with a firearm and her mobile phone, during which Constable Gyan Prakash was also injured.
Fresh Violence Reported in Manipur’s Vishnupur District
A further post described fresh violence in Manipur’s Vishnupur district, alleging that armed Kuki militants opened late-night fire on security forces. The report claimed that one person was killed, 27 security personnel were injured, resettlement of displaced Meitei families was derailed, families fled again despite a heavy security presence, clashes on the Imphal–Dimapur highway left one person dead and 27 security personnel injured, a curfew was imposed, and additional forces were deployed.
December 18, 2025
Hindu Girls Targeted with Fake Social Media IDs by Two Men in Haldwani
In Haldwani’s Tagore Nagar Teenpani area, two men reportedly sent messages to Hindu girls using fake social media IDs while concealing their real identities. The accused, who run a salon business in the locality, were confronted by workers of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Sena on Wednesday following complaints from the community. During the confrontation, one of the men allegedly verbally abused the activists, prompting them to take both accused to the police station and demand formal action. Circle Officer B.S. Dhoni confirmed that the matter is under investigation. Tarak Mandal, Vice President of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad Youth Front, stated that some outsiders have been changing shop names and creating fake Hindu profiles on social media to befriend and target Hindu women and girls, often as part of a larger campaign of manipulation or religious targeting. He also raised concerns over the lack of police verification for tenants in local homes and businesses, warning that such lapses could enable serious crimes.
Hindus Targeted for Conversion in Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan
In Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, a German Christian couple and several other Christians were arrested on 18 December 2025 for allegedly running an illegal church and coercing Hindus to convert to Christianity. The accused operated from a rented house near the Sri Gurunanak Darbar Gurdwara in Lakkar Mandi, Srikaranpur town, offering monetary incentives and other inducements to encourage conversions. Police identified the accused as Swan Boz Bet Jaller and his wife Sandra from Germany, Santosh Varghese from Karnataka, Mathew from Kerala, Baljinder Singh Khosa, and Rajesh Kamboj alias Poppy. Reports indicate that both Hindus and a few Sikhs were targeted, misled about the faith, and pressured into adopting Christianity through financial and material incentives.
Disguised Theft Gang Busted in Delhi-UP
Firoz, Fardeen, Salim, and Danish were arrested in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh for thefts worth nearly 2 crore rupees, using disguises like the kalava and party gamchas at religious and social gatherings.
Hindu Families Put ‘Migration’ Posters in Meerut
Hindu residents pasted “house for sale” and “migration” posters in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, after a Muslim family beat a local youth and filed a complaint accusing him of molestation and kidnapping their daughter, leading to his arrest and community outrage.x
Human Trafficking of Hindu Girls in West Champaran
In West Champaran, Bihar, Mohammad Naushad Mian allegedly lured Hindu girls via social media for human trafficking, using Facebook to trap victims and take them to Nepal for exploitation, before being arrested as investigation began to identify other victims.
Minor Girl Taken to Surat Hotel on Fake Aadhaar
In Surat, Gujarat, a Muslim youth allegedly hid his religious identity and booked a hotel room with a minor girl using fake Aadhaar cards; a Hindu organisation raided the hotel, thrashed the accused, and handed him over to police, who confirmed the girl is a minor.
14-Year-Old Girl Raped in Bahraich Madarsa
In Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, Maulana Salman allegedly called a 14-year-old girl to a madarsa on 12 December on the pretext of cleaning work, locked the room, molested and raped her, and threatened to kill her if she spoke; the victim later told her family, a complaint was filed on 17 December, and police registered an FIR, arrested him, sent him to jail, and conducted a medical examination.
Ninth Accused Held in Delhi Car Bomb Blast Case
Yasir Ahmad Dar, the ninth accused in the Delhi car bomb blast case, was arrested after allegedly taking an oath to carry out suicide blasts and maintaining contact with other accused, including bomber Umar Un Nabi, and was sent to NIA custody.
Teenage Girl’s Death Sparks Tension in Dungarpur
In Dungarpur, Rajasthan, tension escalated after 16-year-old Ayushi died following alleged molestation by Javed, his wife, and other family members, who allegedly chased, molested, and beat her on 14 December while she went to fill a form; after no initial police action on the family’s complaint, Ayushi consumed poison on 16 December and died during treatment on 17 December, with Javed, his wife, and five relatives detained for questioning, a local police officer removed for inaction, protests and shutdown reported, and heavy police deployment made.
December 19, 2025
Minor Girl Rescued, Accused Arrested in Muzaffarnagar Kidnapping and Forced Conversion Case
Muzaffarnagar Police successfully arrested a wanted accused in the case of kidnapping and alleged forced religious conversion of a minor girl. The incident came to light when Sachin, a resident of MIMLANA village, filed a complaint on 6 December 2025 stating that his daughter had been lured and abducted by 19-year-old Mudassir, also from MIMLANA. The police registered the case under sections of the Indian Penal Code, POCSO Act, SC/ST Act, and the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Religious Conversion Act (Case No. 452/25). Under the supervision of the Senior Superintendent of Police, Muzaffarnagar, multiple police teams were deployed. The minor girl was safely recovered on 16 December 2025. Following the recovery, the accused Mudassir was apprehended on 17 December near Pir on Roorkee Road.
Maulvi Allegedly Deceives and Sells Girls in Panna, Madhya Pradesh
A social media post on 19 December 2025 alleged that a Maulvi in Panna, Madhya Pradesh, enticed girls and sold them after posing as a fundraiser. The post stated that he allegedly took away a Muslim girl by deception, and that his current wife claimed he had similarly deceived and brought her before forcing her into marriage. According to the same account, the girl’s parents filed a complaint one month earlier, but the girl has not yet been recovered. The family reportedly fears that she may have been sold or harmed.
Row Over Denial of Leave to Ayyappa Devotee Student in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka
A separate social media update reported outrage against the principal and staff of St. Joseph’s School in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka, after they allegedly denied leave to a 7th-grade boy wearing an Ayyappa mala for a Sabarimala pilgrimage and humiliated him. Hindu organisations were said to have protested, pointing out that holidays were granted for other festivals. According to the post, the principal later issued an apology. The incident was shared with multiple public handles, including state police and political leaders.
Allegations of Forced Marriages by Sarjuddin Khan in Kendrapara, Odisha
From Kendrapara, Odisha, a post dated 19 December 2025 alleged that a man named Sarjuddin Khan forced multiple Hindu girls into marriages and received Rs 10 lakh per case. Over five years, he was said to have married at least four times, including to two Hindu girls, and later abandoned them. The social media post stated that police filed a case after a complaint from his wife. It further mentioned that Khan remains absconding.
Alleged Coerced Conversions by Lalchand David in Nagaur, Rajasthan
Another post described allegations against Lalchand David from Nagaur, Rajasthan, who was originally Hindu and converted to Christianity after believing in a miracle during his mother’s illness. He allegedly coerced 15–20 poor and less-educated people to convert by pressuring them to stop Hindu worship. According to the same account, police arrested Lalchand David. An investigation into the alleged conversions, his links, and funding is stated to be ongoing.
December 20, 2025
Bulandshahar Hotel Rape Allegation Case
On December 20, 2025, an allegation of rape was reported from the Khanpur police station area of Bulandshahar, Uttar Pradesh, involving a young woman and a Muslim youth accused of concealing his identity. The incident allegedly occurred at an OYO hotel, where the accused reportedly booked a room under a false identity. According to reports, the accused was identified as Kaif, who allegedly registered at the hotel using the name Mohit, presenting an Aadhaar card under that name. The accusation stated that Kaif hid his real identity and committed the alleged sexual offence against the woman. Following the emergence of information regarding the incident, Bajrang Dal workers gathered at the hotel and staged a protest, alleging that the youth had deliberately concealed his identity. In response, police from Khanpur police station reached the location and took the accused into custody. Due to the situation, the authorities sealed the hotel.
Anti-Hindu Hate Speech Case in Gulbarga
On December 20, 2025, an alleged incident of anti-Hindu hate speech was reported from Gulbarga, Karnataka. The case involved a Muslim journalist, identified as Talha Hussain Gulbargavi, who reportedly made a derogatory comment targeting Hindus on social media. According to reports, the remark was made in response to a post by CNN-News18 journalist Rahul Shivshankar on his official X handle, which condemned the lynching of Dipu Chandra Das, a Hindu man killed in Bangladesh following allegations of blasphemy. In the response, Talha Hussain Gulbargavi allegedly quote-tweeted with abusive language directed at Hindus, questioning why they were expressing concern over the incident. The comment included a derogatory slur aimed at those condemning the killing of Dipu Chandra Das. The post was publicly visible and circulated on social media platforms. The killing of Dipu Chandra Das occurred on the night of December 18, 2025, in Bhaluka town, Mymensingh district, Bangladesh, when he was reportedly lynched by a mob following allegations of blasphemy. No official information was available regarding legal action or case status at the time of reporting.
Hindu Singer Harassed During Live Performance in Purba Medinipur
A Hindu female singer, Lagnajita Chakraborty, was reportedly harassed and nearly assaulted during a live concert at South Point Public School in Bhagwanpur, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, on December 20, 2025. The incident occurred while she was performing the Hindu devotional song Jago Maa, dedicated to Goddess Durga. Media reports stated that the programme began around 7 pm and proceeded normally until Chakraborty started singing the devotional song from the film Devi Chowdhurani. Mehboob Malik, identified as a Muslim politician affiliated with the Trinamool Congress and the main organiser of the event, approached the stage and instructed her to stop singing the song and perform what he described as “secular songs.” Malik reportedly owns the private school where the event was held.
Hindu Temple Idols Vandalised in Netrakona District
On the night of December 20, 2025, a Hindu temple in Deotukone village of Nogua union in Durgapur upazila, Netrakona district, Bangladesh, was reportedly vandalised by unknown perpetrators. Reports indicated that the attackers entered the temple around 11:30 pm and desecrated several idols, including those of Lord Shiva and Maa Kali. The incident came to light on the morning of December 21, spreading tension and anger among the local Hindu community. Members described the act as an insult to religious sentiments and demanded that the culprits be identified and punished. Local residents noted that the Kali temple has long been a place of worship and trust, expressing concern that the targeted vandalism could threaten communal harmony. The vandalism occurred days after the lynching of Dipu Chandra Das in Mymensingh district, Bangladesh, on December 18, 2025. No arrests had been reported, and the identity of the perpetrators remained unknown.
Hindu Woman Killed Inside Toronto Home
A 30-year-old Hindu woman, Himanshi Khurana, an Indian national living independently in Toronto, Canada, was found dead inside her residence on December 20, 2025. Police confirmed the case as a homicide. Khurana had been reported missing on December 19, prompting a search. Toronto Police discovered her body around 6:30 am at a home near Strachan Avenue and Wellington Street West. Authorities confirmed the killing occurred inside the residence and transferred the investigation to the Homicide Unit. The case is being treated as an incident of intimate partner violence. Khurana was active on social media as a digital content creator, and police confirmed her identity through official records.
Social Media and Other Hindu-Related Incidents on December 20, 2025
Hamirpur, Uttar Pradesh: Sangita allegedly held hostage by Sikandar; pressured for religious conversion and circumcision of her minor son, Sumit. Husband Amit received death threats. FIR registered.
Kondagaon, Chhattisgarh: Government clerk Arun Kumar Chauhan and three others accused of attempting religious conversion of an Adivasi family. Local protests held; all four detained.
Udaipur, Rajasthan: Teen Aarav killed after scooter allegedly rammed by Mohd Sohail, Mohsin, and Sohail following a dispute over a cigarette. Friend Himanshu injured. All three arrested; vehicle seized.
Lakhimpur Kheri, Uttar Pradesh: Salman and Mukhtar, accused of raping a minor student on December 15, injured in police encounter; main accused remains at large.
Betul, Madhya Pradesh: Poonam allegedly murdered ex-husband Raju with lover Sohail’s help; Sheikh Jashim and Sheikh Fejaan accused of assisting. All confessed and jailed.
Malappuram, Kerala: UDF workers protested against 5 a.m. devotional songs at Mahavishnu Mandir during victory procession. Hindu organisations condemned interference.
Navsari, Gujarat: Adivasi Hindu Deepak allegedly beaten to death while trying to save his cow. Accused include Sokhat Dhum, his son, and other butchers; no arrests reported; police negligence alleged.
Dhaka, Bangladesh: Hindu rickshaw puller Gopal Biswas brutally beaten for alleged R&AW affiliation; assaulted publicly.
December 21, 2025
Teen Girl Pushed Off Moving Train in Navi Mumbai
On the morning of December 21, 2025, an 18-year-old college student, Shweta Mahadik, was pushed off a moving Panvel-CSMT local train in Navi Mumbai after a man entered a ladies’ coach and engaged in an altercation with female commuters. Mahadik, a resident of Usarli village in New Panvel, was travelling with a female friend to their college in Kharghar. They boarded the ladies’ coach of the 7:59 am train at Panvel station. A man, later identified as Shaikh Akhtar Nawaz, aged approximately 50, entered the ladies’ coach. Women commuters requested him to alight, but he refused. A verbal argument escalated into a physical altercation during which Nawaz allegedly pushed Mahadik, who was standing near the footboard pole, causing her to fall off the moving train approximately 1.5 km from Panvel railway station.
Hindu Man Assaulted in Lakhimpur Over Listening to Content on Hindu Rashtra
In Umra village, Lakhimpur Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, Shiv Prasad, a Hindu man, was reportedly assaulted on December 21, 2025, by Mohammad Aminuddin and Raju while listening to discussions about Hindu Rashtra and violence against Hindus in Bangladesh on his mobile phone. The two accused, residents of the same village and sons of Sattar Ali, objected to the content and verbally claimed that the village “belonged to them.” The verbal dispute escalated into physical violence. The accused allegedly struck Shiv Prasad with sticks, kicked, and punched him, causing injuries to his head and other parts of his body. During the assault, they reportedly used abusive language and threatened to kill him if he approached authorities.
Hindu Father-Son Duo Attacked in Khambhat, Gujarat
On December 21, 2025, Nihal Rawal and his father Sanjaybhai, residents of Peeth Bazaar, Khambhat, Gujarat, were attacked inside their shop, Chamundha General Store, by a Muslim man, Moinuddin Syed. Moinuddin reportedly claimed that his father, Sajjad Hussain, had instructed him to kill members of the Rawal Hindu community. Moinuddin entered the shop holding a knife, verbally abused the victims, and attempted to stab Nihal, who blocked the attack with a shop counter. Sanjaybhai intervened with a chair but suffered a cut to his left hand. Local residents gathered and escorted Moinuddin to his home. Following the attack, Moinuddin’s family, including his father Sajjad Hussain, brother Mohammad Sohaib, and mother Tejbibanisha Sajjadhusain Syed, allegedly threatened the Rawal family. Sajjad Hussain warned that Moinuddin would roam freely with a knife and that Nihal would be killed if a complaint was filed.
Kali Idol Beheaded in Joynagar, West Bengal; Authorities Assault Protesters
On December 21, 2025, an idol of Goddess Kali was reportedly beheaded at Joynagar Radha Krishna Temple, Raynagar hamlet, West Bengal, by a group of Muslim miscreants. Local Hindus protested the desecration but were allegedly physically assaulted by police. Temple authorities, assisted by police, promptly replaced the idol, while perpetrators remained at large. Officials reportedly described the damage as “slight” and warned citizens against spreading “false information.” Senior BJP leaders condemned the state’s handling, noting that police failed to apprehend the culprits and assaulted devotees protesting the attack. Authorities’ response was criticised as prioritising narrative control over justice, suppressing Hindu victims while shielding perpetrators.
Hindu College Student Harassed and Forced to Remove Tilak by Muslim Principal in Hardoi
On December 21, 2025, Amit Yadav, a Hindu college student at B.N. Degree College, Shahabad, Hardoi, reported mental harassment and coercion to remove his tilak by Muslim Principal Dr Umar. The principal allegedly stated that the college was “not a gurukul” and prevented Yadav from completing his examination form. Yadav submitted a complaint during Tehsil Samadhan Diwas. Workers of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad protested at the college and warned of agitation in case of recurrence. The principal denied the accusations. The Deputy District Magistrate confirmed receipt of the written complaint and stated that an inquiry was underway. Reports highlighted that forcing the removal of the tilak, a significant religious symbol, constituted targeted religious discrimination.
Anti-Hindu Propaganda: Journalist Denies and Whitewashes Persecution of Hindus in Bangladesh
On December 21, 2025, journalist Ravish Kumar released an 18-minute video on YouTube denying and downplaying persecution of Hindus in Bangladesh after the fall of Sheikh Hasina’s government. The video questioned reports of atrocities and framed anti-India activist Osman Hadi’s death as equivalent to that of Hindu youth Dipu Chandra Das. Ravish Kumar dismissed incidents of temple vandalism, arson, and sexual violence against Hindu women as fake news, portraying the events as political unrest rather than targeted attacks. The United Nations OHCHR confirmed anti-Hindu violence occurred in Pirojpur, Jhenaidah, Tilpatti, Bargola, Sahapukur, Noakhali, Thakurgaon, Pirganj, and Patuakhali, including vandalism, looting, arson, and sexual violence. Kumar’s video ignored these documented incidents, effectively denying religiously motivated persecution.
Hindu Man Murdered in Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh Over a Drinking Party Dispute
On December 16, 2025, Mahendra Jatav, a Hindu man, was murdered in Jalaun, Uttar Pradesh, during a dispute at a drinking party with friends Altaf, Raja, and Zeeshan. The altercation escalated into a violent assault involving bricks and stones. Mahendra sustained multiple head injuries and was declared dead on the spot. His brother, Deepak Jatav, filed a complaint. Police confirmed the assault, arrested two suspects, and continued searching for the third. While the immediate cause was personal, Mahendra was the only Hindu among the group, raising questions about potential underlying tensions. No evidence of religious motivation was recorded, and the case remains classified as “Undecided.”
Social Media and Other Hindu-Related Incidents on December 21, 2025
Tilak Nagar, Delhi: Hindu boy allegedly attacked in public by group of Muslims; complaint filed with Delhi Police.
Manipur: Three minor boys injured by unexploded mortar shell in Tengnoupal district; hand grenade recovered in Imphal East; para shell bomb found at stone crusher site in Imphal West.
New Delhi: NIA stated 20 PFI leaders conspired to radicalise youth, target BJP and RSS leaders, and establish caliphate under Sharia law; court hearing scheduled for December 23.
Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh: Washid, posing as Rahul, allegedly trapped two Hindu sisters; extorted money from elder sister and planned to elope with younger; police informed.
Kanker, Chhattisgarh: Sheetala Mata Mandir set on fire amid religious conversion tensions; case registered against unknown accused.
Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh: Clash during church prayer meeting over alleged conversion; Hindu organisation intervened; police registered complaints and initiated investigation.
Purba Medinipur, West Bengal: Singer Lagnajita Chakraborty’s performance halted; Mehboob Mallik allegedly disrupted stage, abused, and attempted assault; FIR filed and Mallik arrested.
Baran, Rajasthan: Elderly man Chauthmal Bagri Mogia died after assault by flour mill owner Salman Khan; accused arrested and remanded.
Lakshmipur, Bangladesh: Seven-year-old Ayesha Akter killed when mob torched BNP leader Belal Hossain’s house; three family members sustained severe burns.
Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh: Maulana Shamshad accused of absconding with female Urdu student; police conducting raids to trace them.
The week from December 15 to 21, 2025, was marked by multiple incidents targeting Hindus, involving alleged forced religious conversions, identity deception, sexual exploitation, and communal violence. Law enforcement agencies across states were involved in investigations, arrests, and interventions, yet recurring patterns of deception, coercion, and targeted attacks were observed. Social media also played a crucial role in highlighting and tracking crimes, often revealing the manipulation of vulnerable individuals under false pretences.
The overall trend indicates growing challenges in communal harmony, with incidents ranging from individual assaults and harassment to organised conversion activities and religiously motivated violence. Vigilance by local communities, proactive reporting, and timely police interventions were key in mitigating further harm, but the frequency and variety of incidents underscore the need for continued awareness, legal enforcement, and safeguarding of vulnerable populations.
