Deeply saddened by the desecration of our BAPS Mandir in Melville, NY, an act aimed at inciting hatred against Hindus. Today, local, state & federal leaders gathered to promote peace, respect & unity. Guided by our faith, we stand united against hate with compassion & solidarity. pic.twitter.com/ERvM1m1AZF
— BAPS Public Affairs (@BAPS_PubAffairs) September 16, 2024
There is too much hate!
— Tom Suozzi (@RepTomSuozzi) September 16, 2024
I am appalled by the hideous acts of vandalism targeting the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Melville. Such acts of vandalism, bigotry, and hate are happening far too often because of inflammatory rhetoric by national leaders, extremism, and lack of… pic.twitter.com/LoO5htkTHU
Attacks on places of worship are attacks on our most fundamental values. This cannot, and will not, be tolerated. We stand firmly with our Hindu-American community, and condemn violence and hatred in all its forms, without exception. A full investigation should be pursued, and… https://t.co/IO5tttKNnf
— Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick 🇺🇸 (@RepBrianFitz) September 16, 2024
The @TheJusticeDept & @DHSgov must investigate this attack on the @BAPS Hindu temple in Melville, NY shared by @OnTheNewsBeat after recent threats to Hindu institutions as a large Indian community gathering is planned in nearby Nassau County this weekend.
— Hindu American Foundation (@HinduAmerican) September 16, 2024
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It is hard to comprehend the absolute cowardice of those who would attack a Hindu temple to air hatred for an elected leader.
— Suhag A. Shukla (@SuhagAShukla) September 16, 2024
This attack, following recent threats at Hindu and Indian institutions, must be seen in the context of that threat scenario. @SCPDHq @TheJusticeDept https://t.co/Dhg3gZTVTm
The vandalism of the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Melville, New York, is unacceptable ; The Consulate @IndiainNewYork is in touch with the community and has raised the matter with U.S. law enforcement authorities for prompt action against the perpetrators of this heinous act.…
— India in New York (@IndiainNewYork) September 16, 2024