Odisha, Odisha — The Assam Christian Forum (ACF) has condemned the bid to justify the Christmas Eve vandalism at St. Mary’s English School in Nalbari, Assam. Four people have been arrested for vandalising Christmas decorations on December 24.

Background

The Assam Christian Forum has been a vocal advocate for the rights of the Christian community in the state. However, the recent incident has left the community searching for answers. The ACF has been working to promote unity and understanding between different communities in Assam.

The Christmas celebrations were disrupted by members affiliated with the Vishwa Hindu Parishad and the Bajrang Dal, who allegedly vandalised decorations at St. Mary’s English School in Nalbari. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation from various quarters.

Community Impact

The ACF has expressed its gratitude to Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, the police, and the Nalbari district authorities for arresting four people involved in the vandalism. However, the organisation has also expressed its strong objection to remarks made by Assam BJP president and Lok Sabha member Dilip Saikia, who sought to justify the vandalism by alleging “constant provocation” from the Christian community.

The incident has sown fear and insecurity among minority communities in the state. The ACF has urged the authorities to take immediate action against the remaining culprits and ensure that such incidents do not recur in the future.

The community is still reeling from the aftermath of the incident, and the ACF has been working to provide support and assistance to those affected. The organisation has also called upon the authorities to take a strong stance against hate crimes and ensure that the rule of law is upheld.

What Happens Next

The ACF has urged the authorities to take immediate action against the remaining culprits and ensure that such incidents do not recur in the future. The organisation has also called upon the community to remain calm and peaceful, and to continue to work towards promoting unity and understanding.

As the situation continues to unfold, the ACF remains committed to its mission of promoting the rights and dignity of the Christian community in Assam. The organisation will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that the rights of all communities are respected and protected.

The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of promoting tolerance and understanding in our society. The ACF will continue to work towards creating a more inclusive and harmonious society, where all communities can live in peace and dignity.