Editor,
The rise of sporadic incidents of threats, intimidating tactics by right-wing Hindutva fanatic groups in different parts of the country is a cause of serious concern for all sections of society irrespective of their religious backgrounds and faith.
Starting with enacting state laws based on rubbish allegations of conversions without any proper facts and results on Christians points to the deterioration of law and order in certain states like for example Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh as well nearer home in Assam.
The very ideals of the Constitution that speak on the freedom of worship, freedom to preach and practice one’s faith and the freedom of expression are being trampled upon with the covert support of state governments under the BJP. The irony above all this is the silence of various Christian denominations and predominantly by the Catholic community which holds more influence in the country and abroad.
Amongst various political parties it is the AITC that has come in defence of minorities whenever atrocities have been done. However, various Catholic associations have become silent like lambs. This portrays a very negative impact that whatever happens each one has to fend for himself or herself.
It is urged that the MDA coalition which has the BJP in its cabinet and an MP in the Upper House to speak out to the Prime Minister’s Office rather than living in a denial mode. For how long will this attitude continue in muted actions, is something people would like to know?
