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Aurora Hindu temple attack plot

Aurora Hindu temple attack plot

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'Concern over anti-India hate in US': MEA demands probe into Hindu temple attack plot

The ministry of external affairs (MEA) has raised concerns about an alleged conspiracy aimed at a Hindu temple in the US. It called for a comprehensive investigation came following the arrest of Alexandros Paporakis in Illinois, accused of plotting a mass shooting driven at a Hindu temple in Aurora, Illinois. Authorities uncovered alarming evidence tied to extremist views at his residence, leading the MEA to demand justice and advocate for community safety measures.

‘Ensure safety of Indians’: MEA’s strong message to US after Hindu temple 'attack' plot

Authorities in Aurora thwarted a disturbing mass-shooting scheme aimed at a local Hindu temple. In light of this, the Indian ministry of external affairs voiced alarm over the rise in hate crimes in the United States. A 19-year-old suspect now faces charges for threatening the temple while armed. Meanwhile, Indian-American organizations are mobilizing to spotlight anti-Indian sentiment and exploring collective response strategies.