Christian wedding attacked by Hindu mob in India
Mob violence in central India targets pastor’s family; police refused protection, beatings continue next day
NEW DELHI, India (MNTV) — In yet another escalation of anti-Christian violence in India, a Christian wedding was violently attacked by a Hindu extremist mob in the central India state of Chhattisgarh, forcing the bride to flee into nearby fields and leaving several guests injured.
The celebration, held for a pastor’s family in Raipur district, turned into a scene of chaos when a group of men stormed the venue, vandalized vehicles, and tried to set a car on fire.
Family members locked themselves inside the house to escape the mob, as the groom ran for safety in one direction and the bride disappeared into the darkness to hide in surrounding farmland.
According to community members, the attack occurred on June 11 and left the entire family traumatized. Eyewitnesses say the mob poured petrol on a vehicle’s tires and attempted to ignite it, causing panic among the guests. Several cars and motorbikes were also smashed.
When victims approached the local police station for help, officers reportedly refused to act, citing a lack of manpower. The following morning, the groom’s father returned quietly to the village to collect leftover wedding supplies, only to be recognized by members of the mob. A second attack followed — even more brutal — leaving him and two others hospitalized.
The local media reported a steady rise in religiously motivated violence across India, particularly in regions influenced by Hindu nationalist organizations. In Chhattisgarh, the Christian community says they are now being targeted not only during prayer meetings but also at personal family gatherings.
Pastors in other BJP-governed states such as Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh are already fighting court cases over false charges stemming from their presence at birthday parties. Christian leaders say these are not isolated events, but part of a larger campaign to criminalize Christian identity and erase their presence from public life.
“There’s no safe space left,” said one Christian elder, requesting anonymity. “Even our weddings are now under siege — and the state remains a silent spectator.”
According to the United Christian Forum, 313 incidents of violence against Christians were recorded between January and May 2025. Rights groups warn that impunity is fueling a climate where religious violence is becoming normalized, with no accountability for those involved.
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