Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Oct 28: The J&K unit of Rashtriya Bajrang Dal, led by its president Rakesh Bajrangi, today held a protest demonstration in Jammu City demanding stringent laws to curb alleged religious conversion activities in the region.
Scores of activists gathered at the Jammu Bus Stand area, raising slogans against what they termed as “forced and allurement-based conversions” being carried out by Christian missionary groups. The protestors alleged that vulnerable sections of society are being targeted under the guise of charity and faith-based assistance.
Speaking to the media, Rakesh Bajrangi accused certain Christian missionaries, particularly from Kerala, of adopting inducement tactics to convert poor and “gullible” Hindus. He claimed that promises of financial aid, medical cures and better living opportunities are being used to lure people into changing their religion. He said such practices not only violate social harmony but also pose a threat to cultural identity.
Referring to the recent incident in Kathua district where a group associated with a Christian missionary organization was confronted by a mob over alleged conversion attempts, Bajrangi expressed disappointment that only the attackers were initially booked in the case. “Despite clear allegations of conversion activities, no action was taken against those involved in missionary activities,” he said.
He further pointed out that it was only after strong protests that a separate FIR was filed against unknown Christian missionaries under sections related to religious conversion. However, the names of the accused were not included, which, he said, raises doubts about fairness and transparency in the investigation.
Rakesh Bajrangi asserted that the Rashtriya Bajrang Dal will continue its agitation until stronger legislation is enacted to effectively prevent conversions through allurements and coercion, asserting that current laws are inadequate to deter such practices.
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