Archive · 30 Dec 2025
Bajrang Dal men vandalize Christmas decorations in malls
On Christmas Eve, members of the Bajrang Dal and a group called Bhagwa Sena entered two different malls in India and damaged the Christmas decorations.
In Raipur, seven Bajrang Dal members were arrested and denied bail, which led to protests.
In Ahmedabad, five Bhagwa Sena members were arrested but later granted bail.
The incidents were part of a larger protest against what these groups believe are religious conversions happening in the state.
The police and mall authorities are taking steps to ensure such incidents do not happen again, especially during the New Year celebrations.
Bajrang Dal members vandalized Christmas decorations at Magneto Mall in Raipur on December 25, 2023.
Seven Bajrang Dal members were arrested and denied bail, leading to protests by their supporters.
In Ahmedabad, five Bhagwa Sena members vandalized Christmas decorations at Palladium Mall on December 27, 2023.
The Ahmedabad court granted bail to the five accused, and police increased vigilance in malls.
Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma condemned the vandalism, calling it contrary to constitutional values.
- Who
- Bajrang Dal and Bhagwa Sena members
- What
- Vandalism of Christmas decorations in malls
- When
- December 25, 2023 (Raipur), December 27, 2023 (Ahmedabad)
- Where
- Magneto Mall in Raipur, Palladium Mall in Ahmedabad
- Why
- Protest against alleged religious conversions and Christmas decorations in malls
Bajrang Dal and Bhagwa Sena
Mall Authorities and Police
Motivation for Vandalism
Bajrang Dal and Bhagwa Sena
Protesting against alleged religious conversions and Christmas decorations in malls.
Mall Authorities and Police
Maintaining law and order, protecting property, and ensuring safety of mall visitors.
Legal Action
Bajrang Dal and Bhagwa Sena
Arrested and charged with trespassing, rioting, and causing damage.
Mall Authorities and Police
Filed complaints, arrested the accused, and sought legal action against the vandals.
- Date of Incident (Raipur)
- December 25, 2023
- Location (Raipur)
- Magneto Mall, Raipur, Chhattisgarh
- Arrested Individuals (Raipur)
- 7 Bajrang Dal workers
- Charges Filed (Raipur)
- Trespassing, causing damage, causing hurt, rioting, unlawful assembly
- Bail Denied (Raipur)
- December 30, 2023
- Date of Incident (Ahmedabad)
- December 27, 2023
- Location (Ahmedabad)
- Palladium Mall, Ahmedabad
- Arrested Individuals (Ahmedabad)
- 5 Bhagwa Sena members
- Charges Filed (Ahmedabad)
- Trespassing, unlawful assembly, rioting, common intent of unlawful assembly, mischief
- Bail Granted (Ahmedabad)
- December 31, 2023
Sources
7 Bajrang Dal men who barged into Raipur mall and vandalised Christmas decorations denied bail
Chhattisgarh: Bail denied to 7 Bajrang Dal workers held for vandalising Christmas decor at mall
Vandalism affecting Christmas celebrations contrary to constitutional values: Mizoram CM Lalduhoma
