A video recently emerged from Andhra Pradesh, revealing a contentious sight at the pathway leading to the Holy Trinity Daiva Mandiram in Chemidthi Village, Gudur Mandal, Nellore. This church, reportedly managed by Smt. Dr. Srilakshmi, featured tiles adorned with sacred Hindu symbols like Om and Swastika.
The Secular India where minorities are in danger and Hindus are intolerant👇 pic.twitter.com/0F9N65FbLh
— Kashmiri Hindu (@BattaKashmiri) April 2, 2024
The presence of these symbols has sparked widespread controversy, especially given the apparent Hindu association of the individual managing the institution. This occurrence raises questions about whether the inclusion of these symbols was deliberate or a result of oversight.
Debates have ensued, with some suggesting intentional placement while others argue it might be due to ignorance. The issue has garnered attention from various quarters, prompting activists to request an investigation by the Andhra Pradesh Police.
This 'Holy Trinity Church' at Chemidthi village, Gudur Mandal, Nellore District , Andhra Pradesh is using sacred Hindu symbols 🕉️ & ࿗ on tiles.
Dear @APPOLICE100 kindly take action. pic.twitter.com/6kWbFuRs79
— Legal Rights Protection Forum (@lawinforce) April 3, 2024
The placement of Hindu symbols at the entrance of a church has stirred public concern, evoking historical parallels to the desecration of temples by Islamic invaders in the past.
Subsequently, following an outcry on social media, action has been taken. Pressure from Hindu organizations and social media has compelled the church to remove the pathway adorned with Hindu symbols.
సోషల్ మీడియా ప్రభావం వల్ల ఓం కారం , స్వస్తిక్ గుర్తులు ఉన్న టైల్స్ ను తొలగించిన చర్చ్ యాజిమాన్యం ..
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