On 9 January 2026, a video from Azamgarh Public School, located in Rani Ki Sarai in Uttar Pradesh’s Azamgarh district and linked to SP leader Guddu Jamali, went viral on social media.

In the video, a Muslim teacher is seen imparting religious instruction to Nursery and LKG students. Dressed in school uniforms, the children are asked by the teacher, “Who are you?” to which they respond in unison, “Muslim.” She then asks who created the sun, the moon, the sky, and the earth, and the children reply, “Allah Ta’ala.”

In this report, we look at 37 major incidents recorded between 2017 and January 2026 across schools, colleges, and coaching centres, alleging instances where Muslim individuals compelled students to offer namaz, recite the kalma, and wear burqas, hijabs, or white skull caps.

#1 Azamgarh School Video Shows Religious Questioning of Nursery Children – January 2026 – Uttar Pradesh 

A video from Azamgarh Public School in Rani Ki Sarai went viral on social media on 9 January 2026. The footage showed a teacher conducting a religious lesson with nursery and LKG students. In the video, the teacher asked the children, dressed in school uniform, “Who are you?” to which they collectively replied, “Muslim.” She then asked who created the sun, moon, sky, and earth, and the children answered, “Allah Taala.” The teacher further quizzed them on the names of the Prophet’s parents, which the children identified as Bibi Amina and Abdullah. The school is reportedly associated with SP leader Guddu Jamali.

#2 Hindu Physiotherapy Student Pressured to Pray in Hostel – January 2026 – Palghar, Maharashtra

On the night of 4 January 2026, at a private medical college hostel in Wada taluka, an unknown masked female student allegedly pressured a Hindu physiotherapy student to read ‘Namaz’. The victim, a resident of Nashik, reported being stopped on the hostel’s fifth floor and forced to recite Islamic prayers. After the frightened student informed her parents the next day and the college administration did not take immediate action, the family contacted the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP). Hindu organizations subsequently protested at the college, calling it an attempt at conversion and a case of ragging.

#3 Annual Function Protest Over Muslim Attire for Children – December 2025 – Ambala, Haryana

On 29 December 2025, Hindu organizations protested outside Bharatiya Public School in Ambala over its annual function held on December 26. The protest was against a dance performance where Hindu children, dressed in Muslim attire, performed to an Eid-special song containing the phrase “Assalamualaikum.” A video of the performance went viral on social media, leading to the controversy. Demonstrators raised slogans against the school for having Hindu children wear Muslim clothing during the cultural event.

 #4 Rajouri School Accused of Teaching Kalma to Hindu Child – November 2025 – Jammu & Kashmir

A video of a Hindu girl reciting the Kalima (“La Ilaha Illallah”) went viral in November 2025. The girl was a student at the Star Institute School of Education in Pajnara, Kalakote. In response, the VHP and Bajrang Dal held a press conference in Sunderbani on 25 November 2025, alleging the school was imparting religious teachings. The girl’s father, Surjeet Singh, claimed children were being compelled to recite the Islamic declaration of faith and accused the school of starting “Madrasa-like activities.” He also alleged pressure to sign an affidavit to suppress the case.

#5 Namaz Inside College Campus Sparks Protest – November 2025 – Thane, Maharashtra

A controversy arose at Ideal College in Kalyan, Thane, on 21 November 2025, over a video showing some Muslim students offering Namaz inside an empty classroom on campus. The college administration stated the prayer lasted only a few minutes. After the video went viral, activists from the VHP and Bajrang Dal arrived at the college to register their objection, stating that such religious activities were against college rules.

#6 Friday Declared Weekly Holiday at Private School – 30 Oct 2025 – Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh

Juman Islamia English School in Jabalpur declared Friday (Jumme) as its weekly holiday, replacing Sunday, effective 30 October 2025. The school management informed parents via WhatsApp, stating it was implementing the Islamic calendar. This decision, bypassing government norms, led to dissatisfaction among parents. They complained to the district administration and the District Education Officer (DEO), demanding action against the school management.

#7 Alleged Namaz Taught Under Guise of Yoga – 24 October 2025 – Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh

On 24 October 2025, parents accused teacher Jabir Ahmad Tadvi of teaching Hindu children to offer Namaz under the pretext of teaching yoga exercises at a government school in Devari village. The matter came to light during the Diwali holidays when children replicated the actions at home. Upon questioning by their parents, the children revealed the teacher’s instructions. Approximately two dozen parents then went to the school to protest.

#8 Children Forced to Write ‘I Love Mohammad’ – September 2025 – Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh

At Amar Babu Shiksha Niketan, a private school in Sadarpur, an art competition homework assignment on 27 September 2025, required students to write “I Love Mohammad.” Children reported that their teacher gave this as compulsory homework, threatening punishment for non-compliance. Acting on complaints from parents, Sadarapur police arrested school operator Shaukat Ansari and a teacher.

#9 Student Writes Names of Terror Groups in Exam – September 2025 – Kannur, Kerala

During a mid-term exam on 27 September 2025, at a government school, a Class 9 student wrote the names of international terrorist organizations like Lashkar-e-Taiba, Jaish-e-Mohammed, Hamas, and Houthi on the first page of his Social Science answer sheet. He also drew weapons. Teachers noted the student began writing on the question paper within 15 minutes of the exam start, instead of focusing on the questions.

#10 Friday Holiday Dispute in Government School – September 2025 – Sitamarhi, Bihar

A dispute over the weekly holiday arose at Aawapur Vidyalaya in Pupri block, where most students are from the Muslim community. The school had long observed Friday as a holiday, but a new principal declared Sunday as the off day. On 13 September 2025, the Block Education Officer (BEO) intervened, held talks with parents and the management, and emphasized that children’s education was the top priority, promising to seek guidance from senior officers on the holiday issue.

#11 Palestine Flag Hoisted at School – September 2025 – Lakhimpur, Uttar Pradesh

On 1 September 2025, at a primary school in Lukaha village, some Muslim students allegedly took down the Indian national flag from the school roof and replaced it with a Palestinian flag. The complainant named individuals—Saddam, Baura, Anne, and an unknown person—who ascended the roof, removed the Tricolour, and threw it away.

#12 Islamic Alphabet Charts Distributed – August 2025 – Raisen, Madhya Pradesh

In early August 2025, Baby Convent School distributed Hindi alphabet chart books to nursery students containing Islamic terms: “K” for Kabaa, “M” for Masjid, and “N” for Namaz, accompanied by related images. A video of the charts went viral, leading to protests by parents and Hindu organizations. The principal, I.A. Quraishi, was accused of distributing the material. The administration initiated an investigation by the Education Department.

#13 Teacher Accused of Forcing Urdu and Threats – August 2025 – Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh

At a government composite school in Harvanshpur Dharam village, teacher Mohammad Salauddin was accused on 3 August 2025, of forcing Hindu students to learn Urdu. Students alleged that if they refused, Muslim students were instigated to beat them. A viral video reportedly showed Salauddin intimidating students and making comments denying the existence of temples and God, such as, “Has anyone seen God?”

#14 Hijab in Independence Day Preparation – July 2025 – Fatehabad, Haryana

During Independence Day preparations on 30 July 2025, at a play school in Bhuna town, a Hindu girl was included in an act simulating Namaz and was asked to have Muslim attire stitched for the performance. Her family raised questions about the clothing and the act, alerting Hindu organizations like VHP and Bajrang Dal. The organizations protested, calling it wrong to impose religious influence on children. The school management called it a cultural activity and apologized.

#15 Hijab Pressure During University Field Trip – July 2025 – Kalaburagi, Karnataka

During an academic field trip for the Central University of Karnataka in July 2025, students alleged that Assistant Professor Abdul Majeed from the History and Archaeology department pressured female students to wear hijabs, especially when visiting Muslim heritage sites like mosques. The Hyderabad-based Legal Rights Protection Forum (LRPF) filed a complaint with the university vice-chancellor on 28 July 2025, citing constitutional violations.

#16 Alleged Burning of Hindu Symbols in School – July 2025 – Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh

On 11 July 2025, at a government secondary school in Nagpura village, teacher Shakeel Mohammad Nagauri allegedly tore and burned pictures of Lord Ganesha, Goddess Saraswati, and Bharat Mata in front of students. He also attempted to burn the national flag. Students and parents accused the teacher of imposing religious extremism, forcing children to read the Quran and worship Allah at a mosque.

#17 Islamic Verses in Morning Assembly – July 2025 – Kota, Rajasthan

A video went viral in July 2025 showing Hindu students being compelled to recite Islamic verses (Kalma) during the morning prayer assembly at Bakshi Springdales School in Kota. The footage led to strong opposition from parents and Hindu organizations, who warned of large-scale protests if action was not taken against the school management.

#18 Ramadan Rituals Alleged in School – June 2025 – Meerut, Uttar Pradesh

At Dehrava Academy School in Mawana area, Hindu parents accused the school on 5 June 2025, of teaching Islamic customs to children during Ramadan. Complainant Ashok Kumar stated that children of other religions were asked to bring white handkerchiefs to participate in religious activities. When his children brought the handkerchiefs the next day, they were encouraged to follow Islamic rituals without proper understanding.

#19 NSS Camp Allegedly Forced Namaz – March 2025 – Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh

During a seven-day NSS camp (March 26 to April 1, 2024) at Guru Ghasidas Central University in Shivtarai, Hindu students alleged that a program officer forced them to read Namaz on the occasion of Eid. Approximately 159 students attended the camp. The students claimed that when they protested, they were threatened with not receiving camp certificates.

#20 Open Namaz at University – March 2025 – Meerut, Uttar Pradesh

On 16 March 2025, IIMT University student Khalid Pradhan was arrested after a video of him offering Namaz in an open area of the campus went viral during Holi celebrations. Following the viral video, Hindu organizations began protesting on campus. The university administration stated the video was uploaded with the intent to disturb communal harmony.

#21 Allegations Against Krishna Veni School – November 2024 – Hyderabad

Krishnaveni School in Asif Nagar was accused in November 2024 of gradually converting into a Madrassa while retaining a Hindu name to confuse parents. The school management and teachers were allegedly promoting Islamic teachings. A video supporting this claim surfaced online.

What nonsense is this? Razakar rule in Telangana is turning normal schools into madrasas.

Krishnaveni school, Asif Nagar, Hyderabad.

Keeping Hindu names to fool schools. Teachers and management all are Mlechas and teaching this to your children. pic.twitter.com/Oe2HpT8s2u

— Tathvam-asi (@tathvamasi6) November 24, 2024

#22 Hindu Girl Made to Wear Burqa in Play – September 2024 – Sonipat

During a school program at Rajkiya Senior Secondary School in Badoli village, a group of Muslim students performed a play on 15 September 2024. In the play, a Hindu girl was made to wear a hijab and burqa to offer Eid greetings.

#23 Coaching Centre FIR Over Religious Pressure – July 2024 – Delhi

Hindu father Manoj Kumar filed an FIR on July 4, 2024, against three teachers, Rizwan, Absar, and Irfan at the Jai Mata Di coaching center in Subhash Palace. He accused them of pressuring his 13-year-old son to read the Quran and recite the Kalma. The teachers allegedly criticized Hindu beliefs, presented Islam as a powerful religion, and threatened Manoj when he confronted Rizwan.

#24 Anganwadi Accused of Namaz and Eid Rituals – July 2024 – Vadodara, GJ

A case emerged on 15 July 2024, at Karnali Anganwadi in Vadodara where Hindu children were allegedly forced to wear scarves, read Namaz, and celebrate Eid. MLA Shailesh Mehta raised the issue with the state education minister, stating that Anganwadis should remain only educational institutions.

#25 DPS Announces E-Dargah Visit – April 2024 – Gurugram, Haryana

On 10 April 2024, Delhi Public School (DPS) announced an e-dargah visit for students of classes 1 and 2 so they could understand the importance of Eid. The announcement led to controversy.

Delhi Public School is one of India’s elite private schools. Here’s what they are doing to Hindu children in the age groups of 4, 5 and 6. Hindu children will be indoctrinated with Muslim culture via virtual dargah tours and stories glorifying Islam. pic.twitter.com/pSeNFNdiQ7

— Rakesh Krishnan Simha (@ByRakeshSimha) April 10, 2024

#26 Hijab and Cap Ordered for Eid – April 2024 – Rewa, MP

Gyansthali Public School in Rewa ordered its students to wear hijab and Islamic skull caps on the occasion of Eid in April 2024. Parents and Hindu organizations strongly opposed the decision. Following the protest, the school principal apologized and withdrew the order.

Rewa, MP: Gyanthsali Public School mandated their students to wear Hijab and Islamic skull caps in their school on the occasion of Eid.

Bajrang Dal superheroes strongly opposed this and protested against it.

As a result, the principal apologized for the decision and it was… pic.twitter.com/fUxbq42FnQ

— Treeni (@treeni) April 10, 2024

#27 Hijab and Islamic Songs in School Event – September 2023 – Guna, MP

During Eid-Milad-un-Nabi celebrations at Prince Global School, Hindu girls were allegedly made to wear hijabs and sing Islamic songs like “Madine Wale Se Mera Salam Kehna” on 27 September 2023.

#28 Namaz in Eid Play – June 2023 – Kutch, GK

At Pearl School of Excellence and Value Education near Mundra port, a play for Eid-al-Adha on 30 June 2023, featured Hindu students wearing skull caps and scarves, acting out offering Namaz and greetings. A viral video led to the principal’s suspension.

#29 Kalma Recitation in Assembly – June 2023 – Khandwa, MP

During a Bakrid assembly at St. Pius Missionary School on 28 June 2023, the principal called four Muslim students to the stage to recite the Kalma and offer Namaz. The VHP alleged that while Hindu cultural symbols like tilak and bindi were banned, specific religious prayers were being conducted. VHP workers demanded the school’s license be canceled.

#30 Alleged History Bias in Teaching – June 2023 – Rajkot, GJ

At Yellow Education System, a private school in Jetpur, Muslim teachers were accused on 11 June 2023, of skipping lessons on Hindu kings like Maharana Pratap while glorifying Muslim rulers. A parent also claimed a Class 1 Hindu child started calling his parents “Ammi-Abbu” at home.

#31 Namaz in Eid Celebration – April 2023 – Dehradun, Uttarakhand

During an Eid celebration at a private school in Selakui on 29 April 2023, non-Muslim students were allegedly forced to participate in Islamic activities and offer Namaz. Bajrang Dal and parents protested after a video showed students in a prayer posture. The school removed the videos from social media. A committee was formed to investigate.

#32 World Heritage Day Program Controversy – April 2023 –  Hathras, UP

During a World Heritage Day event at BLS International School on 20 April 2023, Hindu students were allegedly forced to read Namaz and chant “Allahu Akbar.” A viral video led to major protests outside the school, with Hindu organizations demanding purification of the school.

#33 Teacher Offers Namaz During Training – August 2022 – Chhatarpur, MP

A video of a Muslim teacher reading Namaz on the premises of Maharaja Vidyalaya No. 2 went viral in August 2022. The teacher was present for a 5-day training program for district teachers. VHP and Bajrang Dal workers arrived at the school to object.

#34 Friday Holiday for Juma – July 2022 – Dehradun, Uttarakhand

Bright Angel Public School in Vikasnagar instructed through a student’s diary on 21 July 2022, that the school would close at 12 PM every Friday. Parents found the order strange and protested. The school’s manager and principal are MK Hussain and Azra Hussain.

#35 Unauthorised Friday Holidays – July 2022 – Kishanganj, Bihar

District Education Officer Subhash Kumar Gupta alleged on 20 July 2022, that schools in minority areas of the district were observing Friday as a holiday and holding classes on Sunday, following an old tradition, without any official order. At least 19 schools were reportedly following this practice.

#36 FIR Over Eid Dress Video – May 2022 – Prayagraj, UP

An FIR was registered on 4 May 2022, against Bushra Mustafa, the Muslim principal of Nyay Nagar Public School in Jhunsi. She was accused of pressuring Hindu students to make a 20-second video wearing “Eid dress” – Kurta-topi for boys and Salwar-Kurta with dupatta for girls via WhatsApp group messages. Incentives like extra marks and certificates were allegedly offered.

#37 Forced Namaz and Quran in Hostel – July 2017 – Mewat, Haryana

A serious case emerged in July 2017 at Mewat Model School in Nunh Madhi village, where Hindu hostel students were allegedly forced to read the Quran, offer prayers five times a day, and follow Islamic traditions. The mother of two students, Pushpa Bharadwaj, alleged that children were threatened for refusing. With only 3 Hindu students out of 207, all three sought a transfer due to this harassment.

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Between 2021 and 2025, a series of disturbing cases across India highlighted the misuse of educational spaces by evangelical forces to target poor, tribal, and underprivileged children for religious conversion. Reports from Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Tamil Nadu, and other states revealed a pattern of coercion, inducements, and misuse of hostels and classrooms. Investigations by police, child rights bodies, and education departments have brought several cases to light. Below is a compilation of 20 incidents that underline the scale and seriousness of this issue.

#1 Rajasthan Hostel Forces Children Into Conversion

On 3 September 2025, Rajasthan Police raided a Christian missionary hostel in Alwar, uncovering systematic religious conversion activities allegedly run by the Chennai-based Friends Missionary Prayer Band (FMPB). Two men, Amrit Singh and Sonu Raisikh, were arrested for indoctrinating 50 children from Sikh, Rajput, and Scheduled Caste families. Investigators found Bibles, digital material, and testimonies showing children were taught to reject their faiths and accept Christianity. Parents confirmed being lured with promises of education. Amrit, previously arrested in Sikar for similar offences, is accused of running a wider network. An FIR has been filed, and a state-level probe is underway.

#2 Headmaster Accused of Promoting Christianity in Chhattisgarh

On 4 June 2025, locals in Telai Dhar, Batai, Chhattisgarh, complained that a missionary-run primary and secondary school operating on government land for nearly 50 years was conducting Sunday church services inside its premises. Headmaster Shanilal Tigga was accused of supporting these activities, which villagers said violated rules and disturbed the educational atmosphere. The Block Education Officer confirmed an inquiry would be conducted. Critics argue that the misuse of government land for religious promotion raises serious concerns about transparency and accountability in mission-run schools.

#3 Douglas Memorial in Bilaspur Under Fire

On 23 April 2025, Douglas Memorial Christian Missionary Institution in Takhatpur, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, faced complaints for allegedly luring poor tribal children into conversion under the guise of free education and accommodation. Locals claimed that instead of focusing on academics, the institution promoted Christian teachings and groomed students to later act as pastors. A formal complaint was filed with the Chief Minister and Bilaspur Collector, prompting authorities to open an investigation.

#4 Nursing Student Pressured by Principal in Jashpur

On 9 April 2025, a final-year nursing student at Holy Cross Nursing College in Kunkuri, Jashpur Nagar, Chhattisgarh, accused Principal Sister Vincy Joseph of pressuring her to adopt Christianity. The student reported harassment, threats of expulsion from the hostel, and being barred from exams for resisting. Police registered an FIR under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and Chhattisgarh Freedom of Religion Act.

#5 Tribal Children Coerced in Madhya Pradesh Hostel

On 29 March 2025, officials discovered that 48 Gond tribal children housed in a residential facility in Mandla, Madhya Pradesh, were being indoctrinated into Christianity by an NGO named “Sign for India.” The State Child Rights Commission found discrepancies in records, children were listed as Hindus in official documents but marked as Christians in hostel registers. Shockingly, CCTV cameras were discovered in the girls’ bathrooms, raising privacy and safety concerns. Many children expressed aspirations to become pastors instead of professionals. Authorities opened inquiries into the hostel’s management and suspected funding sources.

#6 Religious Indoctrination at Jashpur Mission School

On 19 March 2025, villagers in Kunkuri, Jashpur Nagar, Chhattisgarh, accused a local mission school of conducting Bible classes disguised as “moral science” sessions. Parents alleged their children were discouraged from celebrating Hindu festivals and pressured to attend church. Locals complained that the school, funded partly by foreign charities, deliberately targeted Adivasi children with free meals and uniforms. Officials confirmed they were reviewing the school’s curriculum and operations.

#7 “Jesus Will Cure You”: Nun’s Conversion Attempt in TN Hospital

On 1 March 2025, a controversy erupted at Tirunelveli Government Medical College Hospital in Tamil Nadu. A Christian nun was reported to have entered the fracture ward, prayed over patients, and attempted to convert them by claiming “Jesus will cure your illness.” The Hindu Munnani organization accused priests and nuns of regularly visiting hospital wards to preach and pressure vulnerable patients into conversion, blurring the lines between healthcare and proselytization.

#8 Tribal Girls Flee Khargone Hostel Over Conversion Pressure

Fifteen minor girls fled the Ajja Girls Hostel in Chirwa, Khargone, on 27 January 2025, alleging forced religious conversion and abuse. They accused warden Rita Khatte of physical and mental harassment, compelling them to read the Bible, attend Christian prayers, and perform household chores. An inspection by the Block Education Officer led to the seizure of religious books. The warden was subsequently removed from her position and replaced pending a detailed inquiry.

#9 Unauthorized Prayers at Govt-Leased Hostel in Andhra Pradesh

On 4 February 2025, a government-leased BC Residential Hostel in Kovvur, Andhra Pradesh, was found to be conducting unauthorized Christian prayer sessions for over 55 Backward Class students from grades 3 to 10. The activities allegedly violated constitutional provisions prohibiting forced religious instruction in government-aided institutions. The Legal Rights Protection Forum filed a complaint with the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights.

#10 Anganwadi Worker Teaches Christian Lessons to Toddlers

A viral video from 8 January 2025, showed an Anganwadi worker in Patkura village, Surguja, Chhattisgarh, teaching Christian religious lessons to toddlers during mealtime. The worker was seen reciting passages of Christian faith, which the children were made to repeat. The incident at the government-supported child development center triggered widespread outrage and prompted an official inquiry into the worker’s conduct.

#11 UP School Prayer Assembly Used for Conversion

An English Medium School in Chhatauna, Uttar Pradesh, became the center of controversy on 15 December 2024. The principal and staff were accused of distributing religious texts and encouraging poor families and children to participate in Christian-style prayer sessions aimed at conversion. The prayer session was stopped on the spot, and an FIR was filed against the institution after a memorandum was submitted to the Sub-Divisional Magistrate.

#12 Gujarat School Couple Accused of Forcing Conversion

On 29 November 2024, a viral video from Navsari, Gujarat, showed Kamal Naskar and his wife Sarita, associated with Seventh Day English Medium School, leading children in a Christian prayer. The children were allegedly made to take an oath renouncing Hindu deities and declaring Jesus as the only God. Hindu organizations filed a complaint with the Navsari District Police Chief, demanding an FIR for forced religious conversion.

#13 Betul Coaching Centre Front for Conversion Activities

On 16 September 2024, a coaching centre in Hamalapur, Betul, was exposed as a front for religious conversion. Pastor Rajo Thomas and two women, Jyoti and Pooja Gohe, were accused of brainwashing dozens of minor children and poor tribal community members into accepting Christianity under the promise of a better life. An FIR was registered against the accused under the Madhya Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act.

#14 Ratlam School Stormed in Protest Over Conversion Claims

St. Peter’s Higher Secondary Institution in Jaora, Ratlam, was stormed by ABVP members on 27 July 2024, who chanted “Stop Conversions.” They alleged the school was promoting Christian religious propaganda through imagery and teachings. The protesters replaced Christian-themed images with pictures of Bharat Mata and Goddess Saraswati and performed an aarti on the campus in a two-hour-long demonstration.

#15 Damoh School Caught in Foreign-Funded Conversion Scheme

A raid on 18 February 2024, by the MP Child Rights Commission on Good Shepherd Institution in Patharia, Damoh, uncovered a forced conversion scheme. Four Hindu children were recorded as Christians in official documents, and Bibles were seized. Parents reported their children were mocked for their faith and secretly taken to church. The institution was linked to the Operation Mercy India Foundation, which runs 126 centers across India.

#16 Bhopal Shelter Director Arrested in German Funding Probe

The director of a children’s home in Bhopal, Anil Mathew, was arrested on 8 January 2024, after girls reported being forced to immerse Hindu idols, stop worshipping their deities, and adopt Christianity. They were given Christian books, forced into daily prayers, and told facilities were provided by “Lord Jesus.” Police are investigating foreign funding from Germany linked to the institution.

#17 Jhabua Mission School Trained Tribal Girls as Nuns

On 23 July 2023, the MP Child Rights Commission discovered three minor tribal girls at a Jhabua mission school being trained to become nuns in a building called Jyoti Bhavan. The girls were brought from Rajasthan. The commission also found evidence of forced conversion attempts, illegal fee collection, foreign funding, and illegal possession of a firearm. An FIR was recommended.

#18 Chennai School Hostel Accused of Forcing Christianity

On 6 September 2022, an unregistered girls’ hostel at CSI Monahan School in Royapettah, Chennai, was found forcing girls from poor families to follow Christianity during a surprise inspection. Some students also reported abuse by the hostel warden. Police filed an FIR against the hostel management under the Juvenile Justice Act.

#19 TN School Teachers Accused of Pressuring Students to Convert

On 14 June 2022, parents in Keezha Kuthapanchan Village, Tenkasi, refused to send their children to a government-aided school, accusing several teachers of pressuring around 165 students to abandon their religion and caste and embrace Christianity. Over 75 parents staged a sit-in at the Block Education Office, leading the Tamil Nadu Education Department to launch an official probe.

#20 Raisen Hostel Influenced Students for Conversion

A surprise inspection by the NCPCR on 8 November 2021, at the Sisters of Jesus Girls Hostel in Intkheri, Raisen, found that 19 poor students were being influenced for religious conversion. Bibles were found in dormitories, and the hostel was unregistered. The managing Catholic nuns denied wrongdoing, claiming they only supported poor girls and that registration was pending.

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As left-leaning groups rally in support of two Catholic nuns recently arrested in Chhattisgarh on charges of human trafficking and forced religious conversion, a new controversy has emerged. An undated video has gone viral showing Pastor Jacob John, former General President of the Indian Pentecostal Church (IPC), in Himachal Pradesh, urging the deployment of more missionaries to spread the Gospel remarks that have drawn sharp criticism, with many interpreting them as a call for conversions in exchange for financial incentives.

In the video, Pastor John describes his vision of evangelizing remote mountain communities. He speaks passionately about the lack of Christian missionaries in the region, urging fellow believers especially Malayali Christians to train and send evangelists to spread the Gospel. Emphasizing the spiritual need in areas “beyond Manali and Rohtang,” he laments that “millions of souls” remain unreached and urges churches to invest in sending missionaries instead of spending resources on comfort or internal church affairs.

Without directly naming any denomination, he appeals to all Christian groups to unite in their efforts and “send thousands of missionaries” to unreached areas of India, specifically in the Himalayan belt. His call to action, framed as a divine mission, has come under fire from critics who view it as a push for religious conversion under the guise of spiritual service, potentially in exchange for foreign funding.

In the video, Pastor Jacob John says, “Dear servants of God. We are now beyond Manali and Rohtang. All around us, we see mountains covered in snow like seas. Great mountains. In these mountain regions, there are millions and millions of souls living. But there is no missionary, no servant of God, to bring them the Word. In these valleys, there are more people. But no one is there to send missionaries here. Isn’t it our responsibility to take the Word to them? Let us think. How many evangelists are there in our villages, wandering aimlessly? If they had been sent here, how many lives that have not heard the Word would have been saved, baptized, received the Holy Spirit, and joined the church. There are some people who think that if they give 50 or 100 dollars, the Word will be preached here. But my vision from God is that if you sow a servant of God for a few days or for a few years, millions and millions of souls will be saved here. Therefore, I want to say to all my Malayali friends who are listening, to the children of God, in whatever position you may be, in these Himalayan Mountain regions, in all the places where the Word has not been brought, missionaries must be sent. Don’t wander aimlessly in Kummur, or Morakka, or Punalur. Let’s not wander aimlessly in our Pentecostal circles. Missionaries must be trained and sent. May God prepare you for this. May God perform miracles. Therefore, I want to say to my dear friends, that missionaries must be sent to these Himalayan regions as soon as possible. I’ve been on tours for a day, and there’s almost nothing left of India. Only four or five states are left. The Word has not been heard in so many villages and cities. And we are living in comfort, spending millions and millions of dollars, crores of rupees. Let’s send missionaries to those places where the Word has not been received. Dear brothers and sisters, servants of God, I want to say to all of you who are listening, when will we bring the Word? When God asks us to give an account, may our hands not be without strength and our feet not without firmness. Therefore, send missionaries. Whom should I send? Who will go for us? May God help all of you who are listening to do great things for the Gospel. May God use our hands and feet for the evangelization of the Himalayas and India. May God open our eyes. Without saying, “I am from IPC, or Church of God, or Assemblies of God, or Sharon, or independent Pentecostal churches, or Christian assemblies,” may God help you to send thousands of missionaries. Your humble servant of God, Jacob John, servant of God from Bethania. May God bless you.”

“Himachal and Uttarakhand are lying untouched , no one’s coming here to preach the Gospel. We must baptize the entire Himalayan region with our teachings. If we give them ₹50 or ₹100, they’ll convert easily.”

This is not evangelism. This is exploitation of poverty.

Why is… pic.twitter.com/zILhRRl8ww

— Pratheesh Viswanath (@pratheesh_Hind) August 4, 2025

This video emerged shortly after the controversial arrest of Sisters Preeti Mary and Vandana Francis, both Catholic nuns from Kerala, along with Sukaman Mandavi, a tribal woman, at Durg railway station in Chhattisgarh on 25 July 2025. The trio was reportedly detained after a Train Ticket Examiner (TTE) noticed they did not have valid platform tickets. They were subsequently charged under Section 143 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for alleged human trafficking and under Section 4 of the Chhattisgarh Religious Freedom Act, 1968, which pertains to religious conversion. If convicted, the offenses carry a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.

Their arrest sparked political controversy, with the Congress party accusing the BJP-led state government of targeting religious minorities and misusing legal provisions to stifle missionary work. After spending several days in custody, the three were granted bail by an NIA court on 2 August 2025.

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A deeply disturbing incident has surfaced in Pollachi, Tamil Nadu, where school children from a government-run institution were reportedly taken to a church without parental consent and made to kneel and pray to Jesus Christ under the pretext of attending a summer health awareness camp.

The incident came to light when a mother, who had sent her daughter to the Unjavelampatti Government Middle School for what was announced as a health awareness session for young girls, returned to collect her child’s Transfer Certificate. Shockingly, her daughter was nowhere to be found on the school premises. After raising an alarm and making inquiries, she discovered that her child, along with other students, had been taken to a nearby church across from the Chinnampalayam RTO office.

According to the parent’s statement, the program was organized by a local government nurse, Bhavani, who had informed the school and parents that it was a simple awareness camp about health. Trusting this official information, more than 20 children—most under the age of 11—attended.

However, the reality was far from what was promised. When the concerned mother rushed to the church after being told the children had been taken there, she alleged that the pastor Selvakumar initially blocked her from seeing her daughter and that she was physically pushed and threatened. She managed to force her way through, locate her daughter, and bring her back safely.

The mother further revealed to reporters that the children were being taught to pray, made to kneel before religious icons, and subjected to preaching—all without parental knowledge or consent. She accused the organizers of attempting to indoctrinate the children into Christianity, describing it as an act of religious coercion and conversion targeting vulnerable minors.

Speaking to reporters, the parent said, “My second daughter, Keertika, is a student at this school and has completed eighth standard. I was asked to come today to collect her TC (Transfer Certificate). There was also a session being held for young girls at the school. When I dropped her off, they told me to return in half an hour. But when I came back in half hour, my daughter was missing. While searching for her, someone informed me that the nurse had taken the children in a van. When I asked where, they said it was to a church opposite the Pollachi RDO office. I rushed there immediately, but the pastor refused to let me see my child. I was physically pushed and threatened. I fought back, managed to get in, and rescued my daughter. They wouldn’t let me see to my daughter. After rescuing her, we came here to register a complaint.”

She further alleged that the children were being taught about Jesus and accused those involved of attempting religious conversion, specifically targeting schoolchildren.

ஜெபக்கூடத்திற்கு மாணாக்கர்களை அழைத்து சென்ற செவிலியர்.. மதமாற்றம் செய்ய முயற்சித்ததாக பெற்றோர் புகார்.!#Coimbatore #Students #Nurse #Police #TamilNews #NewsTamil #NewsTamil24x7 pic.twitter.com/pohLc4AKaS

— News Tamil 24×7 (@NewsTamilTV24x7) May 2, 2025

Startled by this revelation, other parents also rushed to the church. A tense standoff followed when religious instructor Selvakumar allegedly refused to let the children go. Furious, the parents confronted the organizers and successfully rescued their children. Police arrived at the scene and subsequently registered a case against Nurse Bhavani and Selvakumar.

Eyewitnesses and parents stated that the children were enticed with food and promises of gifts, then made to kneel and pray. Some of the girls, visibly shaken, confirmed the activities inside the church. Reports suggest this may not be the first instance—locals allege such gatherings have happened before under different disguises.

Parents expressed deep anger that a government school, meant to be secular and safe, became the launching pad for an apparent religious conversion attempt. Many are demanding immediate action against those responsible and have called for an official investigation. This shocking episode has rocked the community and raised serious questions about the monitoring of activities conducted under the name of awareness programs in government schools.

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A man accused of deceiving a young woman under the guise of love, coercing her into conversion, and later abandoning her was arrested at Chennai airport after seven years. Mohammed, a resident of Lalpettai in Cuddalore district, was detained under the Prohibition of Conversion Act after returning from Dubai.

The victim, a Chennai-based woman, was a student at a private engineering college in Kumbakonam between 2012 and 2016 when she fell in love with Mohammed, a fellow student. Their relationship progressed, and Mohammed allegedly sexually exploited her multiple times, promising marriage. After college, she moved to Chennai for work, where Mohammed reconnected with her, reassuring her of his commitment. Their relationship continued, and they remained intimate.

In 2018, Mohammed left for Dubai, claiming he was going for work. However, shortly after his departure, his family arranged his marriage to another woman from their community. When the victim approached Mohammed’s mother seeking answers, she was pressured to convert to Islam. She was forced to read religious texts, wear a burqa to work, and even observe fasting for Ramzan. Eventually, Mohammed’s family demanded ₹5 lakh as dowry for marriage. Having already converted for love, she felt betrayed and devastated.

In 2020, the woman filed a complaint at the Vadapalani All Women Police Station, detailing the abuse and deception she had endured. Based on her complaint, police registered a case against Mohammed under multiple charges, including breach of trust, sexual assault, and forced conversion. Despite being summoned for questioning, he evaded authorities. Investigators later discovered that he had married another woman while living in Dubai. A lookout notice was subsequently issued against him.

On the morning of 8 March 2025, Mohammed was intercepted by immigration officers upon his arrival at Chennai airport and handed over to Vadapalani police. He was later produced in court and remanded to Puzhal jail.

கல்லூரி மாணவியை மதம் மாற்றிவிட்டு துபாய் ஓடிய லவ்வர் பாய்..! விமான நிலையத்தில் கைது#Chennai | #Lover | #Police | #Arrest | #CollegeStudent pic.twitter.com/hIDXLa7C0B

— Polimer News (@polimernews) March 9, 2025

Another Recent Incident From Salem

In a disturbing crime that shook Salem, three individuals, including two women, were arrested on 5 March 2025, for the murder of 31-year-old Loganayagi from Trichy district. Residing in a private hostel near Salem’s new bus stand, she had been missing for four days before authorities discovered her body beneath a 60-foot bridge on the ghat road. Police traced her last phone call to 22-year-old Abdul Hafeez, an engineering student from Perambalur, who later confessed to being in a four-year relationship with her. Reports suggest Hafeez had convinced Loganayagi to convert with promises of marriage, though he was simultaneously involved with another woman, 22-year-old Dhaviya Sultana. When Loganayagi discovered his betrayal and demanded marriage, Hafeez allegedly plotted her murder with Sultana (identified in some reports as Kaviya Sultana) and their friend Monisha (21).

On March 1, the trio rented a self-drive car, took Loganayagi to the ghat road, and allegedly killed her by injecting poison before disposing of her body in a 20-foot gorge. Investigators recovered her remains and sent them for autopsy at Government Mohan Kumaramangalam Medical College and Hospital. Police registered a case and arrested all three suspects.

(With inputs from Polimer News)

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A woman from Madurai has lodged a police complaint alleging persistent attempts to forcibly convert her and her husband to Christianity, leading her husband to contemplate suicide.

Kamala (36), a resident of Viratipattu Banner Colony, and her husband Ayyappa run a stationery shop in Kochadai. The couple, who were married according to Hindu rituals, have reportedly been facing pressure to convert since 2018.

According to Kamala’s complaint filed with the S.S. Colony police, her father-in-law, Nagalingam, has been pressuring them to convert to Christianity, allegedly with the support of others. She specifically named Kingston Paul, who runs a church in Nataraj Nagar, Madurai, as one of the individuals involved in the conversion attempts.

“The pressure intensified over time, and we had no choice but to endure it,” Kamala stated in her complaint as reported in Dinamalar.

She further alleged that in August last year, Pastor Sundaramoorthy, along with his wife, and two other individuals from DPM, visited their home with Nagalingam. The group reportedly forced them to participate in Christian prayers and warned them of dire consequences if they refused, causing severe mental distress.

Kamala recounted a recent incident on 20 February 2025, when her father-in-law and Kingston Paul conducted a Christian prayer service outside their shop. Shortly afterward, she discovered a suicide note written by her husband, in which he named several individuals who had allegedly been harassing them for conversion.

In her complaint, Kamala has urged authorities to take legal action against those responsible. The police have registered the complaint and initiated an investigation into the matter.

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A fact-finding committee investigating allegations of religious discrimination and forced conversions at Jamia Millia Islamia University (JMI) has accused 16 faculty members of attempting to intimidate and convert non-Muslim students to Islam. The committee’s findings are based on testimonies from 27 current faculty members, non-teaching staff, PhD scholars, students, and seven former students.

The depositions, while summarized, paint a troubling picture of the alleged coercion faced by non-Muslim members of the university community. The full, unedited statements reportedly present even graver details.

Key Allegations from Witness Statements

• CW1: A female faculty member alleged that her promotion to Associate Professor was blocked because she refused to convert to Islam.
• CW2: An Assistant Controller of Examinations, who is Hindu, claimed he was denied basic amenities and support at work because he was labeled a “kafir.”
• CW3: Several faculty members, identified by initials, allegedly pressured a non-Muslim colleague to convert to Islam and marry a Muslim. One professor reportedly threatened to throw acid on her face if she did not comply. She claims she was subsequently denied a promotion and had to seek legal recourse through the High Court, where she was granted relief.
• CW4: An Assistant Professor who joined JMI two months prior claimed that a senior colleague handed her a copy of the Quran and initiated regular discussions on Islam.
• CW5 & CW6: Both reported being pressured to read Islamic religious texts, with their professional advancements stalled when they resisted.
• CW11: A clerical staff member who joined JMI in 2007 said that within six months, she was bullied by Muslim colleagues to convert to Islam, as they argued that Scheduled Castes are not respected in Hindu society.
• CW13: Another staff member stated that after joining JMI, she was routinely invited to offer Namaz, discouraged from saying “Namaste,” and pressured to say “Salaam Aleikum” instead. She also claimed that colleagues often criticized Hindu customs and named two female students who allegedly converted to Islam under duress.
• CW16: A PhD student seeking a fellowship faced persistent religious taunts from both Muslim students and professors.
• CW17: A Muslim JMI employee alleged that there is a nexus between certain JMI professors and organizations like the Students Islamic Organisation (SIO), Campus Front of India, Popular Front of India (PFI), and Tablighi Jamaat, all allegedly working to convert non-Muslims on campus.
• CW19: A student recounted that Muslim peers frequently pressured non-Muslim students to read the Quran and were actively prevented from celebrating Hindu festivals on campus.

Institutional Response and Potential Legal Action

These revelations are set to trigger a significant controversy surrounding JMI, which has long been regarded as a premier educational institution in the country. The university administration has yet to release an official statement addressing the committee’s findings.

The allegations raise serious questions about religious freedom and workplace discrimination within academic institutions. Legal experts suggest that if proven, these actions could lead to severe legal repercussions for those involved, potentially under laws related to religious harassment and discrimination.

The committee has recommended further investigation into the alleged activities of the implicated faculty members and urged authorities to take appropriate action to safeguard the rights of students and staff within the university.

This report has sparked widespread concern, and calls for accountability are growing among alumni and civil society groups. Further developments are anticipated as authorities review the committee’s findings and decide on the next course of action.

The fact-finding committee that inquired into “Discrimination” and “Conversion” of Non-Muslims to Islam in Jamia Millia Islamia University, Delhi has named 16 faculty members as having tried to intimidate and convert non-Muslim students.

Here’s a sample of the depositions made… pic.twitter.com/9FNus8Q2q7

— Rahul Shivshankar (@RShivshankar) November 15, 2024

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Terming it a roadmap for Maharashtra’s development, the BJP, the big brother in the MahaYuti alliance, released its manifesto for the upcoming Assembly elections on Sunday. The party promised strict laws against forced and fraudulent conversions in the manifesto.

Further, the party has promised free ration for low-income families under the Akshay Anna Yojana, a rebate to farmers in State GST on the purchase of fertilisers, Rs 6,000 per quintal as MSP for soybean, Bhavantar Yojana to pay farmers the difference between the MSP and the rate at which they sell their crops, Skill Census, Rs 15 lakh interest-free loans for SC, ST and OBC entrepreneurs, reimbursement of tuition and examination fees for OBC, SEBC, EWS, NT and VJNT students.

The manifesto also consists of the MahaYuti’s 10 guarantees announced last week by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, including increase in the monthly financial aid to Rs 2,100 from Rs 1,500 to women beneficiaries under the Ladki Bahin Yojana, farm loan waiver, rise in Samman Nidhi to Rs 15,000 from Rs 12,000, price stabilisation scheme for essential commodities and increase in old age pension to Rs 21,00 from Rs 1,500. The manifesto titled ‘Sankalp Patra-24’ was released on Sunday by Union Home Minister Amit Shah who said that the party’s manifesto is meant for all sections of the society to further increase the pace of Maharashtra’s development in the coming five years.

He said the MahaYuti alliance partners, which are BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP, will release their separate manifestos. After the formation of the government, a committee will be formed to select the promises from these documents for their implementation based on priority. The BJP has promised Maharashtra to become a $1 trillion economy by 2028, making the state the capital of Fintech and AI, while Nagpur, Pune and Nashik will be Aerospace hubs. It has proposed creating 50 lakh Lakhpati Didis by 2027 and establishing industrial clusters for every 500 SHGs with a revolving fund of Rs 1,000 crore. Further, the MAHARATHI-ATL will be conducted to analyse the skill gaps based on industry needs. It has proposed establishing Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Akanksha Kendra in every district, whereby 10 lakh new entrepreneurs will be created.

BJP has promised to launch the Swami Vivekananda Youth Health Card for annual health checkups of youth, establish the Fort Development Authority to preserve and promote their heritage, adopt the Senior Citizens First policy and implement Aadhaar-enabled service delivery to ensure automated services. Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis took a dig at the Maha Vikas Aghadi, terming its manifesto as ”sthagiti” (stay) document, meaning that it will be a document suggesting how the Maha Vikas Aghadi government will stop the welfare and development schemes launched by the MahaYuti government after being voted to power.

–IANS

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The Hindu Munnani has once again thwarted an attempt by Christian missionaries to distribute sweets and Bibles to schoolchildren at Perambalur Government Higher Secondary School, allegedly as an incentive for forced conversion.

Hindu Munnani Video On Missionaries

According to a statement from the Hindu Munnani on their official X account, there have been increasing incidents of forced Christian conversion in Perambalur. On 22 August 2024, near the Perambalur Government Higher Secondary School and District HQ Hospital, missionaries were reportedly conducting a religious campaign by handing out sweets and Bibles to students on their way to school. Hindu Munnani representatives who were passing by questioned the missionaries about their activities. When asked if they were attempting to convert the children, the missionaries reportedly responded with threats before leaving in their vehicle.

A Hindu Munnani functionary said, “You are going door to door distributing books, and we are continuously stopping you.” The missionary then returned to his car, opened the back door, and revealed a pile of cardboard boxes filled with Bibles. He opened one box and approached the functionary with a bible to distribute it. When confronted, the missionary tried to retreat to the car.

As the missionary attempted to retreat, another Hindu Munnani functionary said, “Sir, give us that book; it’s our evidence.” The missionary replied, “What evidence? Take my face as evidence,” and tried to push the Hindu man. The exchange of words escalated, and the missionary hastily retreated, driving off in his car.

The Hindu Munnani has criticized the police for not addressing these activities in predominantly Hindu areas. The party questioned police actions if someone were distributing books like Thiruvasakam and Shiva Purana among Muslims and Christians.

They have called for introducing the Prohibition of Compulsory Conversion Act to prevent such activities.

பெரம்பலூரில் தீவிரமாக பரவும் கட்டாய கிருஸ்தவ மதமாற்றம்…

இன்று பெரம்பலூர் அரசு மேல்நிலைப்பள்ளி மற்றும் மாவட்ட தலைமை மருத்துவமனை அருகில் பள்ளி மாணவ & மாணவிகளிடம் இனிப்பு மற்றும் பைபில் புத்தகத்தை கொடுத்து ஆசைவார்த்தை கூறி மதப்பிரசாரத்தில் ஈடுபட்டனர்.. pic.twitter.com/aYxUiBwoCx

— Hindu Munnani (@hindumunnani_tn) August 22, 2024

Missionaries in Tamil Nadu

Missionaries have recently adopted a troubling new strategy of targeting young, naive children for conversion, a tactic that follows previous interventions by The Hindu Munnani. Previously, Hindu Munnani had stepped in to halt alleged conversion efforts aimed at underprivileged children through Sunday summer classes. Now, missionaries are reportedly focusing on young children in Theni and Madurai districts in Tamil Nadu, attempting to convert them to Christianity without their parent’s knowledge by promoting the teachings of Jesus Christ. The Hindu Munnani has successfully intervened in these attempts.

The first incident took place in the Keerathurai area of Madurai city. Christian missionaries were conducting ‘Sunday classes’ for underprivileged Hindu boys and girls, during which they preached that “Jesus is good and has come to save the world.” Once locals became aware of these activities, they alerted The Hindu Munnani, who quickly intervened and stopped the classes. An FIR was filed at the Keerathurai police station, and the children were safely returned to their parents.

In another case in Chinnamanur, Theni District, missionaries held a summer class for Hindu boys at an unauthorized prayer hall near Potiyamman Temple. During this class, these missionaries attempted to convert these students to Christianity. The boys were reportedly given crowns with Jesus’ image and name badges featuring Jesus stickers. Christian missionary James Raja was identified as orchestrating this illegal conversion effort involving over 30 children. Hindu Munnani activists intervened, halted the conversion process, and alerted the parents to the potential conversion attempts.

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Feature Image Credits: The Hindu Tamil

A woman tried to set herself on fire in front of the Ramanathapuram District Collector Office demanding action against few people in her village for forcing her and her family to convert to Christianity.

Valarmathi (53) is the wife of late Soundararajan and hails from the Karuppa Kudumban Pacheri village near RS Mangalam in Ramanathapuram district.

She has alleged that that converted Christians in her village are forcing and threatening her to embrace Christianity for years.

Reportedly, her family is the only family belonging to the Hindu Devendra Kula Vellalar community. Others in her village have converted to Christianity, she says.

Speaking to reporters outside the Collectorate, Valarmathi said that her family’s resistance to convert has invited the wrath of those who have converted. She alleged that they are being subjected to frequent harassment including physical harm by the Christian converts. She said that her family is also being slapped with false cases.

Women & her family, who refused to convert to Christianity by force, decided to set themselves on fire as her complaints fell on deaf ears.

State of affairs in TN! Forced conversion law is the need of the hour. pic.twitter.com/JGa899RUgp

— Krishna Kumar Murugan (@ikkmurugan) May 16, 2022

“Due to this problem my son Satheeskumar (31) is staying in his wife’s hometown Peravoor and is working as a mason. On the May 6th, when my son was finishing his work at the Peravur intersection, he was severely beaten by some people including Thomas, Vinod, Vijith, Praveen and Pradeep from Karuppa Kudumban Cheri.”, she said.

Satheeskumar is reportedly being treated at the Ramanathapuram Government Hospital and his wife is also said to be bed-ridden at home.

Valarmathi also said that though she has been reporting the matter to the police, they haven’t taken strict action against the culprits.

The Kenikarai police registered a case in this regard but no one has been arrested yet, as per a report by The Hindu Tamil.

“Since the police is not taking proper action on my complaint, I tried to commit suicide out of frustration.”, she said.

She said that strict action should be taken against those who force and harass people to convert.

Forced religious conversion in Tamil Nadu

There have been multiple instances of forced conversion in Tamil Nadu in the recent months.

Lavanya, who was studying in class 12 at Sacred Heart Higher Secondary School in Michaelpatti near Thanjavur, committed suicide by drinking pesticide after she was allegedly tortured to convert to Christianity by the school. Lavanya’s parents alleged that there was an attempt to forcefully convert their child and become a nun which the child had rejected and hence was subject to torture.

(With inputs from The Hindu Tamil)

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