The week from December 22 to December 28, 2025, witnessed a spate of incidents highlighting rising communal tensions, religious coercion, and targeted attacks against Hindus across India and in Bangladesh. Cases ranged from “love jihad” and forced religious conversions to violent assaults, arson attacks, and desecration of Hindu religious sites. These incidents have sparked widespread attention on social media and drawn responses from law enforcement, local authorities, and Hindu organisations.
Several states in India, including Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Gujarat, Assam, and Maharashtra, reported crimes involving harassment, sexual assault, and coercion targeting Hindus, often linked with attempts at religious conversion. These episodes coincided with reports from Bangladesh, where Hindu households and temples faced violence and intimidation, revealing cross-border dimensions of communal unrest. Social media activity further amplified awareness of these events, highlighting concerns over religious freedom, minority rights, and safety.
The detailed incidents from December 22 to December 28, 2025, are given below.
December 22, 2025
Wanted Accused Arrested by Garhipukhta Police in Minor Kidnapping Case
Garhipukhta police in Shamli district arrested a wanted accused in a case related to allegedly luring and taking away a minor, police officials confirmed. The arrest was made by the local police team under the jurisdiction of the Garhipukhta police station. According to police, the victim’s family had submitted a written complaint at Garhipukhta police station. Based on this complaint, a case was registered under the relevant legal sections. Police stated that the case also includes allegations of sexual assault, as mentioned in the registered complaint. The accused has been identified as Mohammad Ishtiyaq, son of Mohammad Shamim. He is a resident of village Parsa Birbal, under Pratapganj police station area in Supaul district of Bihar.
Wanted Accused Arrested in Rape Case by Gangaghat Police
Under the direction of the Superintendent of Police, Unnao, Gangaghat police arrested a wanted accused in a rape case as part of a special drive against offenders. The arrest was made by a police team from Gangaghat police station at Balughat Tiraha in the Shuklaganj area. According to police, the case pertains to allegations of rape registered earlier at the concerned police station. The victim is referenced in official records as part of the registered case, based on which legal proceedings were initiated. The accused has been identified as Mohammad Alam Mansuri, son of Masoom. He is a resident of village Nandwara Dhuniya Tola in Sitamarhi district of Bihar and was currently residing in Uttam Nagar, New Delhi. The arrest was carried out by a team led by Inspector Rambachan Bharti, as confirmed by Kotwali in-charge Ajay Kumar Singh.
Moradabad Case of Harassment, Conversion Pressure
A case involving a Dalit young woman in the Majhola police station area of Moradabad has drawn attention following allegations made by the woman against two local youths. The woman has alleged that after an FIR was registered in a molestation case, the accused began pressuring her to change her religion and issued threats of abduction. According to the woman, the incident began when she accused two youths from her village of entering her house and molesting her. Based on her complaint, Majhola police registered an FIR and later filed a challan against the two accused under sections 126 and 135.
The woman released a video on social media demanding strict action against the accused. In the video, she claimed that the accused are pressuring her to convert her religion and are attempting to silence her through threats and intimidation. Police, however, stated that a separate case exists involving the complainant’s brother. According to the police version, action was taken in June against the woman’s brother in connection with an alleged rape case involving the sister of one of the accused. The brother is currently lodged in jail in that case. Police have presented this as a relevant background while responding to the allegations made by the woman.
Case Registered in Bulandshahr Over Identity Concealment
A case has been registered in the Khanpur area of Bulandshahr district following a complaint related to concealment of identity while booking a room at a local guest house. The action was taken on the basis of a written complaint submitted by a local Hindu organisation worker, after which police initiated legal proceedings.
According to the complaint, the alleged incident involved a guest house booking made at White Guest House in Khanpur town. It was claimed that the room was booked using the name Ankit, son of Bharat Singh, with the help of a purportedly fake Aadhaar card. The matter came to light after the individual was identified at the guest house. The accused has been identified by police as Kaif Qureshi, son of Mohammad, a resident of village Amarpur in Bulandshahr. As per the complaint, he allegedly concealed his identity while making the booking. Police stated that a case has been registered based on the submitted complaint, and the accused has been taken into custody for further legal action.
Posters in Chittagong Threaten Hindu and Buddhist Communities
An incident involving alleged threats against minority communities was reported from the Chittagong district of Bangladesh on 22 December 2025. According to reports, posters were found in the Raozan sub district containing messages that threatened mass violence against members of the Hindu and Buddhist communities. Kushal Barun Chakraborty, a representative of the Bangladeshi Sammilita Sanatani Jagran Jote, stated that the posters were brought to the attention of the authorities and were subsequently removed by the police. He said the police seized the banner and related materials and initiated an investigation to verify the claims and identify those responsible for displaying the posters. Police officials have confirmed that the matter is under investigation and that a complaint has been filed.
Hindu Family’s House Set on Fire in Raozan, Chittagong
An incident of arson was reported on 22 December 2025 in Raozan, Chittagong district of Bangladesh, where a Hindu family’s house was set ablaze. According to local accounts, the attackers locked the family inside the house before setting it on fire. A handwritten banner containing threatening messages was found near the site after the incident. The banner warned members of the local Hindu community to stop their activities and movements, alleging that they were acting against Islam and the Muslim community, and cautioned of serious consequences if the warning was not followed. The victims were identified as Jayanti Sangha and Babu Shukushil, expatriates who owned the house. Local residents stated that the family managed to escape by cutting through a fence during the fire. The house was completely destroyed, with household items and furniture reduced to ashes, and the family’s pets reportedly killed in the blaze. No fatalities were reported among the family members.
Local residents alleged that the attack was carried out by a group of Muslim assailants. No individuals have been officially identified or arrested in connection with the incident as of the reported date, and the case status remains unclear. Authorities have not publicly released further details regarding the investigation.
Western Media Coverage Questioned After Reporting on Murder of Hindu Man in Bangladesh
Concerns were raised on 22 December 2025 regarding the manner in which a Western media outlet reported the murder of Dipu Chandra Das, a Hindu man killed in Bangladesh earlier that month. Dipu Chandra Das, a textile factory worker from Mymensingh, was killed on 18 December 2025 following allegations of blasphemy. Video footage of the incident circulated publicly, and reports from Bangladesh described the killing as a mob attack linked to the allegation.
Several days later, an article on the incident was published by the New York Times. The Report downplayed the nature of the killing and framed it within a broader discussion of regional religious intolerance rather than focusing on the specific circumstances of the murder. They also objected to the language used in the article, which referred to the attackers as co workers and linked the incident to unrelated cases of violence elsewhere in South Asia. Those raising concerns claimed that the coverage failed to clearly identify the perpetrators or acknowledge the religious dimension cited in local reporting. The New York Times has not issued a public clarification in response to these criticisms, and no official position has been recorded addressing the allegations of biased or incomplete reporting.
Idol of Vishnu Demolished Near Thailand-Cambodia Border in Preah Vihear
An idol of Lord Vishnu was demolished on 22 December 2025 in the An Ses area of Preah Vihear province in Cambodia, close to the border with Thailand. The statue, which had been erected in 2014, was removed by Thai authorities amid an ongoing territorial dispute between the two countries. The site lies near areas affected by long standing disagreements along the Thailand-Cambodia border. The Cambodian government condemned the demolition, describing it as damage to religious and cultural heritage. Government spokesperson Kim Chanpanha stated that the statue was located 100 to 400 metres inside Cambodian territory and said Cambodia opposed the destruction of religious statues worshipped by Hindu and Buddhist followers. Cambodian authorities maintained that the idol fell within their jurisdiction.
Pune Police Arrest Hindu Religious Leader Following Shaniwar Wada Namaz Controversy
A Hindu religious leader was arrested by Pune police on 22 December 2025 in connection with cases linked to the Shaniwar Wada namaz controversy. The arrest followed events stemming from October 2025, when communal tensions arose after a group of Muslim women offered namaz at the historic Shaniwar Wada Fort in Pune, a protected monument associated with Maratha history. Multiple cases were registered by authorities in relation to the incident, making the matter legally and socially sensitive. The victim has been identified as Mahamandaleshwar Aradhana Sakhi, associated with the Vaishnav Kinnar Akhara. She is a Kinnar (transgender) Hindu religious leader who had publicly expressed opposition to the namaz incident at Shaniwar Wada. According to statements made by Hindu organisations, she was arrested from her residence and subjected to custodial procedures.
Hindu Community Abused and Sacred Symbol Used in Political Rhetoric at VCK Meeting in Madurai
A public meeting of the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) was held at Thirupparankundram in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, on 22 December 2025. During the event, statements and slogans were made that targeted the Hindu community, and a revered Hindu religious symbol, the Vel associated with Lord Murugan, was used in a political context. The meeting was attended by VCK president and Lok Sabha Member of Parliament Thol Thirumavalavan, a political ally of the DMK-Congress alliance. According to videos circulated in news media, VCK leaders presented Thol Thirumavalavan with a Vel and a crown on stage. Speakers described the Vel not as a religious symbol of worship but as a political emblem representing social justice, caste annihilation, and equality. During these presentations, speakers and members of the crowd stated that the Vel would be used to “drive away Sanatana forces,” which they described as Hindu forces, and these statements were accompanied by applause and slogan chanting. Reports further stated that VCK leaders from the Madurai southern and suburban districts took turns presenting the Vel and the crown. During the event, slogans such as “we will chase them away” were raised, along with references to confronting “Sanatana gangs.” Speakers also referred to Hindus as “religious extremist groups” and made statements that were described as threatening toward the Hindu community.
The meeting took place following a recent controversy over the Karthigai Deepam ritual at Thirupparankundram Hill in Madurai. Hindu devotees had earlier been disallowed from performing the traditional Karthigai Deepam ritual at the site. Following petitions filed by devotees, the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court ruled on 1 December 2025 that the Karthigai Deepam lamp could be lit on the ancient stone pillar at Thirupparankundram Hill, locally known as the Deepathoon.
Social Media Storm on Crimes Against Hindus
Bangladesh Rhetoric Calls for Training to Confront India: Bangladesh voices disturbing rhetoric stating, “We need to train everyone in every home, regardless of gender, in order to confront India.” The statement references Osman Hadi as a revolution, contrasting him with Khudiram Bose and Azad.
Muslim Doctor Pressures Hindu Colleague for Conversion in Lucknow: A Muslim doctor at KGMU in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, allegedly pressured a Hindu colleague for religious conversion before marriage. The woman attempted suicide by consuming poison after refusing. She received treatment and was discharged. Her family filed complaints, with no arrests reported.
Maulvi Arrested for Illegal Madrasa in Assam: Police in Morigaon, Assam, arrested Maulvi Saiful Islam for operating an illegal madrasa. They rescued 15 children and recovered pornography from seized mobile phones. The raid followed received information; the organiser fled while the maulvi was apprehended. Hunt for others continues.
Bangladesh Islamists Interrogate Journalists on India Stance: Islamist groups in Bangladesh recorded and interrogated journalists on whether they are pro- or anti-India. This determines if the journalist is truly Bangladeshi.
Four Accused Arrested for Gang-Rape of Minor in Guntur: Sheikh Khadar Basha, Sheikh Salim, Sheikh Rabbani, and Kamal Saheb gang-raped a 13-year-old girl multiple times in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, on December 18. Three accused lured her into an auto-rickshaw and assaulted her in a desolate area. Sheikh Saleem raped her alone in another location. Sheikh Khadar Basha and his son Sheikh Kamal assaulted her at a third site. Locals rescued her after she raised an alarm during transport by Sheikh Rabbani. Her mother filed a complaint; all four accused were arrested on December 21 under POCSO Act.
December 23, 2025
Hindu Youth Lured with Inducements to Convert to Christianity in Jabalpur
In Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, a Dalit Hindu man named Amit Kevat was targeted for conversion to Christianity by a man named Robin. Amit, who ran a roadside Chinese food stall in the Ranjhi area, was approached repeatedly over several days by Robin, who offered monetary inducements and promised that converting to Christianity would improve his financial situation. Robin also invited Amit to attend prayer meetings at a church in Bilpura, claiming that conversion would end his hardships.
Robin used statements such as, “How can one survive with a mere food stall? Jesus can improve your life,” in an effort to manipulate Amit. Despite these repeated attempts and incentives, Amit asserted his Hindu identity, stating, “I am a proud Hindu and will not convert,” and refused to abandon his faith.
Following these events, Amit, accompanied by workers from Hindu organisations, filed a complaint at the Ranjhi police station. The police registered an FIR and arrested Robin. The victim is an adult male from the SC/ST category, and the perpetrator is a male Christian identified as Robin.
Indian Politician Justifies Violence Against Hindus in Bangladesh
In Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, senior Congress leader and former Chief Minister Digvijay Singh made statements during a public interaction on 24 December 2025 that were widely reported as justifying targeted violence against Hindus in Bangladesh. Singh claimed that attacks on Hindus and Christians in Bangladesh were a reaction to actions taken against minorities in India, suggesting that extremist thinking in neighbouring countries was strengthened by the alleged vilification of minorities in India. Singh’s remarks did not identify or condemn the perpetrators of violence in Bangladesh, who are reported to be Muslim extremists, and instead attributed the attacks to supposed provocations by Hindus in India. His comments came shortly after a Hindu man, Dipu Chandra Das, was murdered and his body set ablaze by Muslim radicals in Bhaluka town, Bangladesh, on 18 December 2025.
Social Media Storm on Crimes Against Hindus
Interfaith Couple Attacked in Yamunanagar
Sabana (21) and Manish (22), who willingly married, faced a violent attack on a highway in Yamunanagar, Haryana. Their car was damaged, Manish injured, and Sabana abducted. Manish’s family accused Sabana’s family of the attack and abduction; a case was filed. A video later showed Sabana injured in a moving car, claiming her court marriage two months ago was forced and she was converted against her will. Manish stated the video was recorded under duress.
Md Karim Prevents Hindu Woman from Filling Forms in Varanasi
Md Karim prevented a Hindu woman, an Anganwadi worker, from filling out ration and SIR forms in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. A petition was submitted, but no police action taken.
Clash During Hindu March to BDHC in Kolkata
A massive clash occurred during a peaceful march by Hindu activists towards the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission in Kolkata, protesting violence against Hindu minorities including the lynching of Dipu Chandra Das. Several protesters and sadhus sustained injuries from an alleged police lathi-charge. Police halted the march, leading to clashes and multiple detentions.
Salim Khan Forges Death Certificate for Land Grab in Sambhal
Salim Khan, village pradhan, allegedly forged a death certificate to grab land of deceased Hindu widow Leelawati in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh. Leelawati died in May 2024 after transferring land to her brothers. Khan issued a fake certificate dated before her death and facilitated fraudulent transfer. Her brothers filed a complaint; FIR registered against Khan and others for forgery. Accused are absconding.
Alleged Bangladeshis Threaten Journalist in Lucknow
Alleged Bangladeshis surrounded and threatened a journalist after he questioned their identity and origin in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The group was staying under protection of locals.
Maulvi Yasin Arrested for Raping Minor in Rampur
Maulvi Yasin raped a 14-year-old girl during deeni talim at his home in Rampur, Uttar Pradesh. FIR lodged against Yasin, his nephew, cousin Shakeel and others after family complaint. Minor’s medical conducted. Yasin arrested; hunt for others continues.
Life Sentences for 13 in Lynching of Hindus in Murshidabad
A Fast Track Court sentenced 13 Islamists to life for lynching Hindu father Hargobindo Das and son Chandan Das in Murshidabad in April 2025. Named convicts: Dildar Nadab, Asmaul Nadab, Inzamul Haque, Ziaul Haque, Fekharul Sheikh, Aazfarul Sheikh, Munirul Sheikh, Iqbal Sheikh, Nurul Sheikh, Saba Karim, Hazrat Sheikh, Akbar Ali and Yusuf Sheikh.
Hindu Girl Abducted at Gunpoint in Kannauj
Afzan, Raja, Shanab Lalla, and Jasim allegedly abducted a 16-year-old Hindu girl at gunpoint from her home in Kannauj, Uttar Pradesh, on December 17, threatening religious conversion. They took her in a car late at night and briefly abducted her father. Family initially did not file complaint due to fear. FIR registered; investigation underway.
Abdul Ghafoori Sought for Murder of Himanshi Khurana in Toronto
Abdul Ghafoori is wanted for first-degree murder of live-in partner Himanshi Khurana in Toronto, Canada. A Canada-wide warrant was issued after her body was found in a residence. Investigation ongoing.
Husband Beats Burqa-Clad Wife in Moradabad
A husband brutally beat his burqa-clad wife on a public road in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. Their child was present and terrified. No police action reported.
December 24, 2025
Love Jihad Case in Fatehpur: Victim Lured with Promise of Marriage and Raped
In Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, a Love Jihad case has been reported. Based on the victim’s complaint, the police registered a case against three individuals, including the main accused, Adnan Asif Ansari. Adnan has been arrested and sent to jail, while two other accused are still at large. The incident occurred in the Kotwali police station area. The victim stated that she met the accused at the railway station while waiting with her mother for a train to Pune. The accused presented himself as a railway employee and gave his phone number to the victim’s mother and took her mother’s number in return.
A few days later, the accused began communicating with the victim and continued contact over several months. He offered the promise of marriage and invited the victim to a hotel in the city. At the hotel, he introduced himself as Vishal and claimed to be Hindu. He also introduced Nisha Raut and Randhir Singh as his brother and sister to the victim. It is alleged that at the hotel, the accused drugged the victim’s water and raped her while she was unconscious. He then created obscene photos and videos and threatened to make them public if she informed anyone. The police registered a case under sections 69, 123, 352, 351(2), and 115(2) of the BNS against Adnan Asif Ansari, Randhir Singh, and Nisha Raut. The investigation is ongoing, and the other accused are still being searched.
Muslim Youth Caught in Tikamgarh Lodge Allegedly Involved in “Love Jihad”
A Muslim youth was caught at a private lodge on Rajmahal Road in Tikamgarh, Madhya Pradesh. Bajrang Dal activists alleged that the youth was bringing Hindu girls to the lodge, terming it a “Love Jihad” case. The accused has been identified as Azmat Khan, a resident of Banpur town in Uttar Pradesh. Examination of his mobile phone reportedly revealed objectionable videos and pictures of girls.
According to Bajrang Dal district coordinator Nilesh Uthamalia, information had been received over several days that the youth was bringing Hindu girls to the lodge. During questioning, Azmat Khan admitted to visiting the lodge five times with different girls. Bajrang Dal activists reported that multiple obscene videos of girls were found on his phone. The Kotwali police, acting on the information from the activists, arrested Azmat Khan and took him into remand for questioning. SDOP Rahul Katre stated that objectionable videos were recovered from the accused’s mobile and that the investigation is ongoing.
Love Jihad Case in Arunachal Pradesh: Minor Girl Found with Man on Delhi-Bound Train
In Arunachal Pradesh, a minor girl from Itanagar was found traveling on a Delhi-bound train with a man named Dilwar Hussain. Railway police and passengers intercepted them and initiated a preliminary inquiry.
Dilwar Hussain could not produce any identity or address documents. The minor girl’s mobile phone was reportedly broken. According to the investigation, Dilwar, who had been working in Itanagar as a construction worker for several years, allegedly trapped the girl using a false identity and convinced her to elope with him under the promise of marriage. The case was reported by local organisations and police authorities. The investigation into Dilwar Hussain’s actions and the circumstances surrounding the minor girl is ongoing.
Minor Hindu Girl Raped, Pressured for Conversion in Ujjain
In the Mahidpur area of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, a 16-year-old Hindu girl, a Class 10 student from the general category, was groomed and raped by Zubair, a Muslim school bus driver. The victim, a minor female, traveled daily in the vehicle with other students, during which the accused subjected her to repeated inappropriate physical contact, offered gifts including chocolates, rings, and bracelets, and exercised control over her. On December 24, 2025, Zubair drugged the minor inside the van and raped her, then pressured her to convert to Islam and marry him. After the victim informed her family, local Hindu organisations apprehended the accused and handed him over to the police, who registered a case under the POCSO Act and relevant rape provisions, arrested the male perpetrator classified as a Muslim extremist acting alone, and initiated an investigation for possible other victims.
Hindu Villagers Targeted for Forced Conversion by Christian Missionaries in Bokaro
In Kala Pathar (Patharkatta) village, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, a religious gathering on 24th December 2025 reportedly aimed to persuade Dalit and tribal Hindu villagers to convert to Christianity. Around 2 pm, approximately 150 Christian missionaries conducted the gathering near the residence of Bhola Bauri, using loudspeakers to encourage villagers to abandon their faith.
Local residents objected to the gathering and began protesting, which led the missionaries to disperse and leave the area. Members of the Bajrang Dal and Vishwa Hindu Parishad submitted complaints at Chas Mufassil police station, asserting that the activities threatened social harmony and welfare entitlements of vulnerable Hindu communities. Villagers, including Devraj Pandey and Ramesh Bauri, also filed written complaints. Police investigations are ongoing.
Social Media Storm on Crimes Against Hindus
Shahjat Ali Arrested for Rape in Mumbai: Mumbai, December 24: Shahjat Ali raped a woman in Mumbai and fled to Rewa, MP. Mumbai Police, with local authorities’ assistance, caught him while selling gardening pots. Akbar Rajak Kills Live-in Partner’s Toddler in Solapur
Solapur, MH, December 24: Akbar Rajak brutally killed his live-in partner’s 3-year-old son by beating and strangling him.
Drunk and angry over the child’s accidental poop on him while sleeping, Rajak lied to the mother saying the boy fell down. The mother rushed the child to a private hospital, then a government one in Vijayapura where he died. She filed a complaint with her ex-husband’s help; Rajak was arrested and confessed.
Ghaziabad, UP, December 24: A mob including Akbar Chaudhary, Amar Chaudhary, Majid Thakran, Haji Salman, and other Muslims allegedly threatened a Hindu youth over a social media post. Head Constable Suspended for Train Harassment in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu, December 24: Police head constable Sheikh Mohamed sexually harassed a college student on a train while returning from duty The victim recorded the incident and complained to railway police, leading to his suspension and case filing.
Filmmaker Accused of Sexual Assault at Kerala Film Festival: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, December 24: Film director P.T. Kunju Muhammed has been accused of sexually assaulting a woman filmmaker. Incident occurred in November at a hotel during film selection for International Film Festival of Kerala.
December 25, 2025
Bijnor: Muslim Youth Posing as ‘Sameer’ Caught Targeting Minor Hindu Girl
In Bijnor, Hindu organisation activists caught a Muslim youth accused of chatting with a minor Hindu girl by posing as ‘Sameer’. The accused was identified as Wasim (32), son of Haider, resident of Sirdhani. The incident occurred on Thursday morning near Ramleela Ground in the city Kotwali area. Police registered an FIR based on the complaint and arrested the accused. City SP Dr. Krishna Gopal Singh confirmed the case involves a Muslim youth posing with a fake name to talk to a Hindu girl.
Bhim Army Chief Publicly Burns Hindu Text Manusmriti in Gwalior
On 25 December 2025, Bhim Army chief Vinay Ratan publicly burned the Hindu ancient text Manusmriti during a large gathering in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. The event reportedly drew a crowd exceeding one lakh people. Visual recordings circulated showing Vinay Ratan setting fire to the Manusmriti on stage while addressing the audience. The act was performed openly and symbolically, ensuring maximum visibility. The incident drew widespread attention and calls for legal action, including demands under the National Security Act (NSA) by Rohini Ghawari.
Hindu Temples Attacked and Idols Desecrated in Chittagong, Bangladesh
On 25 December 2025, four Hindu temples in Anwara Upazila, Chittagong District, Bangladesh, were attacked and vandalised by miscreants. The perpetrators also looted temple property, including gold necklaces, conch shells, dhals, puja pots, Shiva’s snake ornaments, Nandi idols, copper tridents, and metal bells, and desecrated several sacred idols. Two of the temples were public, while the other two belonged to private families. The incidents came to light on 26 December 2025, and complaints were filed with local police on 27 December 2025.
Hindus Targeted for Conversion in Aurangabad, Bihar
On 25 December 2025, around 200–300 Hindu villagers in Khiriyawan village, Aurangabad district, Bihar, were targeted for religious conversion by Christian missionaries. The gathering, held at the residence of Dr Ramnandan Goswami, was presented as a satsang or healing meeting but reportedly involved efforts to influence attendees to abandon Hinduism. Villagers became aware of the nature of the gathering and protested, prompting intervention by local police and Panchayat representatives.
The estimated 300 villagers affected included approximately 150 men and 150 women. The investigation is ongoing. The perpetrators are identified as 2–5 Christian individuals, both male and female.
Hindu Temple Land Illegally Encroached in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh
On 25 December 2025, a Hindu temple’s land in Badhai Kala village, Muzaffarnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, was reportedly encroached by a local man, Biram Baru. According to the complaint filed by Pawan Kumar, a resident of the village, the accused carried out unauthorised construction on the eastern side of the temple premises, interfering with land traditionally used by the temple and threatening its sanctity.
Hindu Community Targeted in Bahraich Christmas Event
In Mahsi tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, a Christmas event held on 25 December 2025 reportedly became the site of an attempted religious conversion targeting members of the Hindu community. The accused, Santosh, son of Sanwali and resident of Pandey Purwa, Dakhil Fatehpurwa village, is alleged to have organised the gathering without obtaining the required administrative permission.
Following the complaint, Hardi police station in-charge Alok Kumar Singh confirmed that an FIR was lodged under Section 223 of the Indian Penal Code, 2023, along with Sections 3 and 5(1) of the Uttar Pradesh Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2021. Police also confirmed that the gathering violated Section 163 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. A search operation was initiated to apprehend Santosh.
Tribal Hindus Targeted for Religious Conversion in Narmada District
In Narmada district, Gujarat, tribal Hindu villagers were reportedly targeted for forced religious conversion by Christian missionaries. The incidents came to light after Hindu saints, leaders of the Rashtriya Adivasi Manch, and representatives of the National Tribal Forum filed a petition seeking an immediate halt to conversion activities, particularly during the Christmas period in tribal areas.
The petition, submitted to the Dediapada Prant Officer, cited sustained conversion drives in remote villages across Dediapada, Sagbara, and Chikda talukas. According to the petition, members of the tribal Hindu community were encouraged to adopt Christianity, abandoning their traditional faith. Sonji Vasava, Gujarat state organisation minister of the Rashtriya Adivasi Manch, stated that churches were being established in rural areas and pastors were actively converting tribal Hindus through Christian religious practices despite the state’s anti-conversion law.
Social Media Storm on Crimes Against Hindus
TMC Leader’s Son Convicted in Nadia Minor Rape Case: Brajagopal Gayali (Sohail), son of a Trinamool leader, along with others, gang-raped a minor girl at a birthday party in April 2022 in Nadia, WB. The assault caused severe bleeding, leading to her death. The body was forcibly cremated to suppress evidence. A court convicted nine persons, including the TMC leader’s son; three received life imprisonment, others 3-5 years. The CBI led the investigation.
70-Year-Old Arrested for Raping 6-Year-Old in Moradabad: Jahid, aged 70, raped a 6-year-old girl in Moradabad, UP. The accused lured the minor to his shop and assaulted her. The victim informed her mother, who filed a complaint. Jahid was arrested and sent to judicial custody.
Muslim Classmates Assault Paramedical Student in Badaun: Three Muslim classmates assaulted paramedical student Mukesh Kumar in Badaun, UP. They used abusive language, called him ‘kafir’, beat him, and threatened a Bangladesh-like incident and burning him alive with petrol. Harassment continued despite an earlier principal-arranged apology.
Locals Detain Suspected Bangladeshi Immigrant in Silchar: Local Hindus caught a suspected illegal immigrant from Bangladesh in Silchar, Assam, and tied him to a pole. Bangladeshi currency was recovered from his possession. He was handed over to police.
Accused Assault Police, Snatch Pistol in Meerut: Abdul Qadir, Talha, and Gulab assaulted a police team, stripped a constable, and snatched a pistol during a raid on a complaint of Hindu youth assault in Meerut, UP. The accused attacked after police arrived to arrest suspects; three officers were injured. Three accused were arrested; illegal pistol and weapons recovered.
Vendor Serves Non-Veg in Veg Biryani to Hindu Family: Rashid served non-veg bones in biryani sold as vegetarian to a Hindu family in Ghaziabad, UP. The family bought packed veg biryani labelled “R K Veg Biryani” from his roadside stall. Bones were found upon consumption at home. Rashid admitted the act when confronted.
Hindu Youth Beaten to Death by Mob in Bangladesh: Amrit Mondal, 29, was beaten to death by a mob led by Shahidul Islam in Bangladesh. He allegedly demanded extortion late Wednesday; the mob assaulted him after an alarm was raised. He died in hospital; one associate arrested.
Pregnant Woman Burned with Hot Iron in Kozhikode: Shahid Rahman burned his eight-month pregnant partner with a hot iron on her hands and legs in Kozhikode, Kerala. The accused, a drug addict, attacked following prior abuse. The victim was shifted to a medical college hospital. Shahid Rahman was arrested.
Govt Employees Arrested for Tribal Conversions in Shivpuri: Four government employees, three teachers and one patwari were arrested for luring tribals to convert to Christianity in Shivpuri, MP. They offered cash and promises over several years. Around 50 conversions confirmed. All arrested following a complaint; investigation into funding and links continues.
Daylight Thief Targets Actor’s Home in Bengaluru: Muhammad Khan, a night-blind thief, stole jewellery and cash worth Rs 65 lakh from Kannada actor Praveen’s Bengaluru home in daylight. He used a hidden key to enter. Police caught Khan and recovered the stolen goods; he has seven prior theft cases.
December 26, 2025
Assault and Coercion Case Reported in Rampur
On October 31, 2025, a woman residing in the Civil Lines area of Rampur filed a complaint alleging molestation and coercion to convert her religion. The complainant stated that the accused, Khalik Raza, allegedly pressured her into marriage and promised business opportunities, including setting up sewing, embroidery, and beauty parlors.
According to the victim, the accused approached her while she was alone at an office and committed acts of molestation. When she resisted, he reportedly threatened her with business and religious conversion, claiming connections with religious leader Changur Baba. The complainant also alleged that the accused threatened to use his influence at the Civil Lines police station to file false cases against her. Initially, the local police did not register the complaint. Following a formal grievance to the Chairperson of the Women’s Commission, the Civil Lines police filed a case against Khalik Raza, a resident of Mota Katra. Police confirmed that an investigation into the matter is ongoing.
Rape and Forced Conversion Case: Accused Arrested in Pratapnagar
In Pratapnagar police station area, a woman filed a complaint on December 22 alleging rape, physical assault, blackmail, and pressure for religious conversion. The complainant stated that around one and a half months earlier, the accused came to her residence, threatened her with a knife, sexually assaulted her, and took obscene photographs. When she attempted to flee the room while raising an alarm, she was injured after being attacked with a knife on her hand. The victim also stated that she and her minor daughter were threatened with death if she refused to convert her religion and agree to marriage.
According to police, the accused has been identified as Shaukat Mansuri, 54, resident of Tal Junawas, Pinjara locality, son of Jabbar Mansuri. Superintendent of Police Dharmendra Singh confirmed that a case has been registered and the accused has been arrested. Further investigation is underway.
Hindu Villagers Targeted for Religious Conversion in Lakhimpur
In Rannupur village, Lakhimpur Kheri, Uttar Pradesh, Hindu villagers were allegedly targeted for religious conversion by two Christian evangelists, Ashok Kumar and Shail Kumari, under the guise of a Christmas programme on December 26, 2025. Reports indicate that around 40–50 Hindu women attended the event, where they were reportedly encouraged to convert to Christianity.
According to a formal complaint by Jaswant Raj, a Hindu man from Mudia Kheda village who attended the programme, he was pressured to change his religion and threatened when he refused. Members of the Sanatan Dharma Seva Samiti and other Hindu organisations learned of the activities, staged a protest, and informed the police. Victim details include 51 individuals: 50 women and one man, all adults, with no further personal details disclosed. The accused are male Christian evangelists.
Hindus Manipulated and Pressured to Convert in Purnia
In Banmankhi, Purnia, Bihar, over 100 Hindus were reportedly targeted for conversion to Christianity by a Christian pastor. The victims, including Surendra Rai, Meena Devi, and Kalu Harijan from Har Harintod in the Baisi police station area, alleged that they were offered inducements, forbidden from worshipping Hindu deities, and subjected to manipulation and coercion to convert.
The ordeal came to light when the victims participated in a Gharwapsi programme on December 26, 2025, organised by Hindu organisations, to return to Hinduism through religious rituals including yagna and havan. Victims stated that the pastor systematically eroded their devotion to Hindu gods and traditions and pressured them into Christianity. Victim details include approximately 100 individuals: 2 men, 1 woman, and 97 of unspecified gender, all adults. The accused is a male Christian pastor. A formal complaint has been filed, and investigations by local authorities are ongoing.
Social Media Storm on Crimes Against Hindus
Bhuj, Gujarat: Ijaz, Sarfaraz and three others raped a 14-year-old Hindu girl over several months. The accused recorded the initial assault and shared the video for repeated blackmail. The victim’s behaviour changed noticeably; her teacher alerted her mother, prompting disclosure. Ijaz and Sarfaraz were arrested; two minors sent to juvenile court; one accused absconding.
Sehore, Madhya Pradesh: Javed, Ibrahim, Faemida, and one minor attempted religious conversion of a 16-year-old Hindu girl. The minor boy harassed the girl; family members pressured her to change religion after she complained. The victim approached police; an FIR was registered under the POCSO Act and anti-conversion law. Three accused were arrested and sent to jail.
Indore, Madhya Pradesh: Ejaz Khan, Farooq, and Shahzad Khan gang-raped a divorced Hindu woman. Ejaz met her in a private company and lured her with marriage promises. He entered a live-in relationship with her on pretext of marriage, repeatedly raped and beat her, and threatened the victim and her child. FIR registered under gang-rape sections; accused at large.
Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh: A Hindu girl consumed poison after her Muslim lover sent intimate photos to her fiancé, breaking the engagement. Family had fixed her marriage; lover sent photos upon learning of it, leading to cancellation and family dispute. Girl admitted to district hospital; condition stable. No FIR reported.
Toronto, Canada: Unknown suspect shot dead 20-year-old Indian student Shivank Avasthi on December 23. Victim found with gunshot wound, pronounced dead at scene. Suspect fled.
Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh: Mohd Javed, accused of attempting rape on a 7-year-old girl, escaped from custody at a medical college despite being under guard. Arrested injured in police encounter on Tuesday night. Search ongoing after 48 hours.
Amroha, Uttar Pradesh: Islamic sorcerers Sakib Rizvi, Sharim Rizvi and Mohammad Chand defrauded a youth. The three youths posing as Fakir took his jewellery and mobile phone. All three arrested and sent to jail. Seven mobiles, one gold-coloured earring, three Aadhaar cards and Rs 80,000 cash recovered.
Lalitpur, Uttar Pradesh: Amjad Khan trapped several Hindu girls and women in fake relationships, raped them and recorded obscene videos for blackmail. One minor Class 10 Hindu victim consumed poison fearing exposure; in critical condition. Bajrang Dal caught him in hotel; mobile had videos of multiple victims; confessed to exploiting several including friend’s wife. Accused arrested.
Agar Malwa, Madhya Pradesh: Danish, Aman, Jishan, and two minors assaulted an elderly Hindu man and his daughter after bike collision. Elderly man and daughter seriously injured, admitted to district hospital.
December 27, 2025
Minor Girl Abducted in Dehradun and Taken to Saharanpur
In Dehradun, a 17-year-old Hindu minor from Deepnagar was reportedly abducted and taken to Saharanpur by a 19-year-old Muslim youth identified as Armaan, a resident of Deepnagar. The incident occurred in the Nehru Colony police station area. According to the family, the girl had been communicating with the accused via Instagram. After her mother reprimanded her for these conversations, the girl left her home.
The girl reportedly expressed a desire to return home during the encounter in Saharanpur but was instead taken further away. Following a missing complaint filed by the family on 23 December and a recorded statement from the girl upon her return, the Nehru Colony police arrested the accused and sent him to jail. Family members noted that the minor’s medical examination had not yet been conducted and was scheduled for Monday.
Birthday Party Disrupted in Bareilly Over “Love Jihad”
In Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, a birthday celebration at a local cafe in Rajendra Nagar for a nursing student was disrupted when Bajrang Dal activists arrived, alleging “love jihad.” The gathering included ten students—six female and four male students, from the same nursing college. Two male students were reportedly from a different community, prompting objections from the activists.
The student clarified to police that all attendees were her college friends and that the event was solely a birthday celebration, with no objectionable activities taking place. Authorities responded after receiving information about the disturbance, with Premnagar police and Dial 112 personnel reaching the venue. City Circle Officer Ashutosh Shivam confirmed that police registered a case against a cafe employee and the two male students, while the remaining attendees were released to their families.
Arson Attack on Hindu Household in Pirojpur, Bangladesh
In Dumuria village, Pirojpur district, Bangladesh, a Hindu man, Palash Kanti Saha, was targeted in an arson attack on the morning of 27 December 2025. Media reports stated that a group allegedly locked him inside his house and set it on fire around 6 a.m. The fire rapidly spread, destroying at least three houses belonging to the Saha family, including those of Shib Saha, Deepak Saha, Shyamalendu Saha, and Ashok Saha. Family members reported that all household belongings were burned. At the time of the incident, most family members were away visiting relatives. An elderly woman, Sandhya Saha, raised the alarm upon returning, but the fire had already spread.
Religious Conversion Activities in Lakhisarai, Bihar
In Masudan Musahari village, Lakhisarai district, Bihar, two Christian evangelists were reportedly distributing Bibles and conducting prayers among poor Hindu families within the Musahar community. Villagers stated that the activities appeared aimed at influencing vulnerable households to convert. The two men were apprehended by local residents and taken to Piri Bazaar police station. One identified himself as a resident of Jamalpur, Munger district, while the other was from Bariarpur. Both admitted to teaching Christianity and holding prayer gatherings, with photographs on their phones showing evidence of their activities in the village.
Targeted Hindu Protest in London Disrupted by Khalistani Supporters
A peaceful protest by the Bengali Hindu Adarsha Saangha (UK) outside the Bangladesh High Commission in Kensington, London, was disrupted on 27 December 2025. The protest, attended by over 500 Hindu participants, aimed to condemn the lynching of Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh and highlight ongoing persecution of Hindus. Protesters raised slogans including “Hindus Lives Matter” and carried placards demanding justice for victims, protection for Hindu minorities, and the release of incarcerated Hindu monk Chinmoy Krishna Das.
Vandalism of Hindu Temple in Roorkee, Uttarakhand
In Mohitpur village, Roorkee, Uttarakhand, a Hindu temple was vandalised early on 27 December 2025. Reports indicated that three Muslim youths entered the temple around 6 a.m., broke the Shivalinga and Nandi idols, desecrated the premises, and removed a loudspeaker. The attack followed a large Muslim religious gathering (Ijtema) in the village on 26 December, attended by approximately 35,000 people.
Local residents apprehended one accused, identified as Zuber, while the other two fled. Authorities responded with heavy police deployment.
Additional Social Media-Reported Incidents Targeting Hindus
Several incidents of communal violence and assault were reported across India and Bangladesh via social media:
Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh: Illegal construction on Hindu holy land used for Holika Dahan was halted by police after a complaint from villagers and the Gram Pradhan.
Delhi: Shadab stabbed Suraj to death during a dispute over a mobile phone; the accused was arrested.
Chandpur, Bangladesh: A Hindu boy, Anik, was targeted by an Islamist mob over alleged insults to Islam; he sought refuge in a temple.
Habiganj, Bangladesh: Hindu youth Kamdev Das, 18, was allegedly murdered by local Islamists; his body was recovered from a pond.
Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh: Sikh youth Ramandeep Singh was assaulted with rods and sticks following remarks about Mughal ruler Aurangzeb. The victim was admitted to AIIMS Delhi; three assailants were arrested, with one still at large.
Udaipur, Rajasthan: Mohd Shah attacked Dinesh Nayak and Chetan Nayak with a knife, seriously injuring them; police detained the accused.
Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh: Hindu students Mohit Rajput and Aditya Raj Singh were assaulted by Hasan Ali, Rehan, and others for playing bhajans on a mobile phone. The attack involved sticks, pipes, and stones; several students were injured. Police arrested some of the accused.
December 28, 2025
Hindu Deities Abused in Lakhimpur Kheri, Uttar Pradesh
On December 28, 2025, an incident involving abusive remarks against Hindu deities was reported from the Majhgai police station area of Lakhimpur Kheri district in Uttar Pradesh. According to reports, a youth from Dwarikapurwa village made abusive comments targeting Lord Hanuman while playing the online game Free Fire. An audio recording of the conversation later went viral on social media, bringing the matter to public attention.
It was alleged that when the youth was confronted over the remarks, he and his friends made further offensive comments against other Hindu gods and goddesses. Following the circulation of the audio recording, Bajrang Dal activists reached the village of the accused and raised slogans, stating that the remarks had hurt the religious sentiments of the Hindu community. Taking note of the complaint, the police took the accused youth into custody for questioning. Station House Officer Raju Rao stated that legal action would be taken after the complaint was examined and that the accused would be sent to jail.
Social Media Storm on Crimes Against Hindus
BJP Leader Neelu Rajak Shot Dead in Vijayraghavgarh: BJP and Bajrang Dal leader Neelu Rajak was shot dead in broad daylight by Akram Khan and Prince Joseph in Vijayraghavgarh, Madhya Pradesh. Neelu had opposed their eve-teasing of schoolgirls. A month ago, Akram threatened to shoot him before police eyes.
Mohammad Zubair Vandalises Shiva Mandir in Haridwar: Mohammad Zubair vandalised a Shiva mandir, breaking the Nandi Murti and other Murtis in Haridwar, Uttarakhand. Local residents caught him at the spot. He was handed over to police.
Fahad Azam Assaults Police Officer in Muzaffarpur: Fahad Azam and his supporters assaulted Sub-Inspector Shrikant Singh in Muzaffarpur, Bihar. The attack occurred when police intervened in a dispute over pond fishing rights between contractor Jitendra Sahani and Sarpanch Fahad Azam.
Hindu Child Beaten at School in Lucknow for Not Speaking Urdu: A Hindu child at Star Montessori School was beaten and bullied for not speaking Urdu in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Students were told by teachers that Urdu is India’s national language.
Indian Youth Badal Arrested in Pakistan After Honey Trap: Indian youth Badal befriended Pakistani woman Sana Rani on Facebook and entered Pakistan without a visa. He converted to Islam, renamed himself Adil, and tried to adopt her culture but was rejected.
Waris Stabs Manish Gaud in Mirzapur Over Old Enmity: Waris attacked Manish Gaud with a knife over alleged past opposition to a forced religious conversion attempt in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh. Recently released from juvenile custody, Waris confronted Manish Gaud late Saturday night. He stabbed Manish Gaud in the face during the dispute. Accused Waris arrested.
Pradeep Paswan Found Dead in Maharajganj Drain: Pradeep Paswan, 25, was found critically injured in a drain after going out on a motorcycle with friend Sahil in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh.
Muslim Youths Molest Hindu Girl, Attack Family in Delhi: Muslim youths molested a minor Hindu girl and later attacked her family in Delhi’s Shahdara district. Her brother objected to eve-teasing, following which the gang assaulted him and others. Locals allege police tried to hush up the matter.
The last week of December 2025 saw a significant surge in crimes targeting minors, women, and Hindu communities, spanning UP, MP, Gujarat, Bihar, Uttarakhand, and even international locations like Canada, Bangladesh, and the UK.
