Archive · 25 Dec 2025
Church Leaders Condemn Attacks on Christians
Church leaders and political figures are very upset about recent attacks on Christmas celebrations and Christians in different parts of India.
They say these attacks are wrong and that the government should do more to protect people's religious freedom.
Some people from the BJP party have not said anything about these attacks, but others have supported the attackers.
The Chief Minister of Kerala has promised to help the family of a migrant worker who was killed in a violent attack.
Church leaders are asking the Prime Minister to make sure that people can celebrate Christmas safely.
Church leaders, including Cardinal Baselios Cleemis and Archbishop Andrews Thazhath, condemned attacks on Christians and Christmas celebrations across India.
The Catholic Bishops' Conference of India (CBCI) urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure law and order for safe Christmas celebrations.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan accused Sangh Parivar forces of being behind the attacks and promised strict action against those responsible.
The BJP has remained largely silent on the issue, with only BJP leader C. Krishnakumar supporting the attacker's actions in Palakkad.
The Chief Minister announced Rs 30 lakh compensation for the family of Ram Narayan, a migrant worker lynched in Palakkad.
- Who
- Christmas carol groups and Christians across the country, attacked by Sangh Parivar groups and BJP workers
- What
- Attacks on Christmas celebrations and Christians, including physical assaults and intimidation
- When
- December 2023 (specific dates not mentioned in the articles)
- Where
- Various locations across India, including Palakkad, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha
- Why
- Reason for attacks unclear; allegations of religious conversions and provocation by carol groups
Church Leaders and Opposition
BJP
Nature of the Incident
Church Leaders and Opposition
Condemn the attacks as targeted violence against Christians and a violation of religious freedom.
BJP
No official response to the allegations, but BJP leader C. Krishnakumar supports the attacker's actions in Palakkad.
Responsibility and Accountability
Church Leaders and Opposition
Demand legal action against the attackers and protection of religious freedom guaranteed by the Constitution.
BJP
No official response to the allegations, but BJP leader C. Krishnakumar supports the attacker's actions in Palakkad.
- Victim
- Christmas carol groups and Christians across the country
- Attackers
- Ashwin Raj (RSS functionary) and other Sangh Parivar groups
- Location
- Various locations across India, including Palakkad, Delhi, Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha
- Date of Incident
- December 2023 (specific dates not mentioned in the articles)
- Charges Filed
- Sections 192, 115(2), 110 of BNS (for the Palakkad incident)
- Bishop's Statement
- Condemned the attacks, urged prayer for those affected, and stressed the importance of celebrating Christmas without fear
- CBCI's Demand
- Urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to ensure law and order for safe Christmas celebrations
- Chief Minister's Action
- Announced Rs 30 lakh compensation for the family of Ram Narayan, a migrant worker lynched in Palakkad
Sources
Catholic bishop condemns attack against carol group; BJP targets CPI (M)
Christians being ‘targeted’ nationwide, alleges Kerala LoP
Attacks on Christmas festivities in Kerala draw political, church condemnation
Christians Being 'Targeted' Nationwide, Alleges Kerala LOP
Assam: Bajrang Dal members destroy Christmas decorations in Nalbari school
Kerala CM condemns attacks on Christmas celebration, warns against communal intolerance
Church Leaders Condemn Violence Against Christians Across the Country, Seek Urgent Intervention by PM Modi and Amit Shah
