A resolution criticizing the attack on temples and Hinduphobia was presented in the US Parliament – Dainik Savera Times

Washington: Citing the contributions of Hindus and Hinduism in America, a prominent Indian-American lawmaker has introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives condemning ‘Hinduphobia’, anti-Hindu bigotry, hatred and intolerance. The resolution moved by Congress member Mr Thanedar on Wednesday has been sent to the Oversight and Accountability Committee of the House. The resolution states that despite positive contributions to the United States, Hindu-Americans face stereotypes and disinformation about their heritage and symbols and face harassment on school and college campuses, as well as discrimination, hate speech, and bias-motivated attacks. face crimes.

The resolution states that according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) hate crime statistical reports, anti-Hindu hate crimes targeting temples and individuals are increasing every year while at the same time ‘Hinduphobia’ (anti-Hindu or The feeling of hatred towards Hindus is unfortunately increasing. According to this, America has welcomed more than 4 million Hindus from all parts of the world since 1900 including Hindus of different race, language and ethnic backgrounds.

According to the proposal, the country has greatly benefited from the contribution of Hindu-Americans in every dimension of the US economy and in every industry. Khanderao Kand, head of policy and strategy at the Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies, said that in the first quarter of this year, there has been a sudden increase in incidents of theft as well as vandalism in temples in America to scare the devotees.