Protests Erupt Against Christmas Celebrations in Nalbari District

In Nalbari district, members of the Vishva Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal staged a protest against Christmas celebrations, vandalizing decorations and issuing warnings to local schools and shops. The protestors expressed their discontent with non-Indian festivals being celebrated, emphasizing their stance against Christian festivities. This incident raises questions about religious tolerance and the celebration of diverse cultures in India. Read on to learn more about the events that unfolded and the reactions from the community.

By Narendra Chaudhary Dec 25, 2025, 08:09 IST

Protest Against Christmas Festivities

Nalbari, Dec 25: In a recent demonstration, members of the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal protested against Christmas celebrations in Nalbari district. The group entered St Mary’s School located in Panigaon village, where they destroyed Christmas decorations and knocked over a statue of Jesus Christ.

Chanting 'Jai Shree Ram', the protesters set fire to banners and posters associated with the Christmas festivities. They issued a warning to the school officials, insisting that the festival should not be celebrated on school grounds.

Additionally, the protesters targeted various shops in Nalbari town that were selling Christmas-related items, burning these products in front of a shop near Jain Mandir.

The VHP and Bajrang Dal members cautioned the local community against participating in Christmas celebrations.

Vishva Hindu Parishad district secretary Bhaskar Deka expressed to reporters, 'We do not support Christian celebrations.' He clarified that while they have no issue with the sale of items related to Indian festivals, profiting from a festival that is not of Indian origin is unacceptable to them.