PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad, CMC—The Sanatan Dharma Maha Sabha (SDMS) condemned movies circulating on social media making enjoyable of Hindus and known as on the police to take speedy motion.
“These movies comprise deeply offensive and derogatory remarks aimed on the deities and beliefs of Hinduism, in addition to different spiritual faiths, together with Islam and Christianity,” the SDMS mentioned in a press release.
“The SDMS unequivocally condemns these statements, which not solely disrespect the sanctity of our beliefs but additionally have the potential to incite division and hostility amongst our numerous communities.”
The SDMS, established in 1952, the biggest and most influential Hindu group in Trinidad and Tobago, mentioned a collection of movies have been circulating on social media, produced by a person mocking these of the Hindu religion.
The assertion signed by the SDMS secretary normal, Vijay Maharaj, mentioned the aggressive and inflammatory nature of this content material is alarming and can’t be ignored. Contemplating the intense implications, it’s urging the police to take speedy and decisive motion.
“The authorities should examine this matter totally and maintain the person accountable for selling hate speech and inciting animosity amongst completely different spiritual teams,” the assertion mentioned, recalling that final yr, a number of Hindu temples, in addition to different locations of worship, had been desecrated by vandals, lots of whom had been by no means dropped at justice.
“It’s crucial that those that search racial or spiritual division be held accountable for his or her actions.”
Maharaj mentioned SDMS stands in solidarity with the Nationwide Council of Indian Tradition and different spiritual organizations in advocating for peace, respect, and understanding amongst all faiths.
“We consider such actions are important to sustaining the concord important to our multicultural society.
“We name upon all members of the group to stay vigilant and to report any cases of non secular hatred or discrimination. Collectively, we should work to foster an atmosphere of mutual respect and coexistence,” the assertion added.
