Tharoor: Attacks on Christians Assault Every Indian, Constitutional Freedom Under Threat

• Congress MP Shashi Tharoor stated that attacks on the Christian community are an assault on every Indian and constitutional freedom of worship.
• He expressed concern over reports of attacks, including an incident involving a carol singing group in Palakkad, Kerala.
• Kerala LoP VD Satheesan alleged Sangh Parivar obstructs Christmas celebrations and questioned opposition to Bible distribution.
• Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India (CBCI) President Archbishop Andrews Thazhath appealed to PM Modi and Amit Shah for protection of Christians, citing a disturbing rise in attacks.
• Trinamool Congress leader Derek O’Brien welcomed the Archbishop's appeal and criticized the Union leadership's silence.

Why It Matters: Tharoor and church leaders condemn attacks on Christians, calling for protection and upholding constitutional rights.