VHP calls for peace in Manipur; demands action against 'anti-national' elements
The Hindu
The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) on May 15 deplored the violence in Manipur and appealed for peace in the State.
The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) on May 15 deplored the violence in Manipur and appealed for peace in the State.
In a video message, VHP national secretary general Milind Parande said not only churches but temples too have been "destroyed" during the violent clashes between two communities in the State.
"The violence in Manipur is deplorable. VHP appeals for peace," Mr. Parande said, adding, “This violence must stop immediately".
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Mr. Parande said a "wrong impression" has been created that only churches were damaged in the violence.
"Over 40 temples of the Meitei community have also been destroyed in the violence," he said and cautioned against the spread of "false narrative that only the Churches have been attacked". During the violence, several State properties have also been "destroyed", he added.
The VHP leader appealed to the “Hindu society” to come forward and rebuild the destroyed temples. “The VHP is serving the affected people and providing them food and health care services,” he added.
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