By Anto Akkara and Global Christian Relief – Higher Ground Partner
More than two dozen Christians attending a weekly prayer meeting in India were assaulted by members of a Hindu nationalist organization accusing them of “indulging in conversions.”
The group known as Viswa Hindu Parishad (VHP), or World Hindu Council, called the authorities after attacking the Christian gathering in Rajasthan state on July 5, 2024.
Twenty-eight Christians who attended the prayer meeting were taken to the police station on charges of illegal conversion. Most were released on bail hours later, while three people, including one pastor, were discharged the following day.
A local news outlet reported that the mob inflicted grievous injuries on the attendees, including women.
“A complaint was received that people had gathered at a house…for religious conversion, following which some people have been detained for interrogation,” said Sunil Sharma, Deputy Superintendent of Police.
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