'Concern over anti-India hate in US': MEA demands probe into Hindu temple attack plot
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has demanded a thorough investigation into an alleged plot to attack a Hindu temple in Illinois. US authorities arrested a 19-year-old suspect, prompting India to express concern over rising anti-Hindu sentiment and racist hostility in the United States.
Why it matters
The incident highlights growing diplomatic tensions regarding the safety of the Indian diaspora and the rise of hate-motivated violence in the US.
NEW DELHI: The ministry of external affairs (MEA) on Thursday voiced concern and demanded a probe over an alleged plot to target a Hindu temple in the US, saying the incident has heightened India’s concerns over the "growing racist hostility and anti-India hate" in the United States.Also Read | ‘Timely action’: India welcomes US response after Illinois teen held over Hindu temple attack plotThe MEA’s remarks came after US law enforcement agencies arrested a 19-year-old man, identified as Alexandros Paporakis, following an investigation into threats of a potential mass shooting at a Hindu temple in Aurora, Illinois.“We are deeply concerned by reports of an alleged plot to carry out a mass shooting targeting a Hindu temple in the Aurora region of Illinois.
Also covering this story
One other newsroom covered this event. We read that version too.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in