Outrage Over Vandalism at New York Hindu Temple

A US lawmaker, Congressman Tom Souzzi, expressed outrage over the recent vandalism of a Hindu temple in Melville, New York. He called for the vandals to be held accountable and urged for better education on love and respect to prevent hate crimes. The temple was defaced with anti-Hindu messages.

Congressman Tom Souzzi has expressed his outrage over the recent vandalism of the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Melville, New York, calling for vandals to be held accountable. The temple and its signage were defaced with expletives on September 16, inciting community uproar.

Souzzi made remarks in the House of Representatives, emphasizing the need for law enforcement to apprehend the culprits and for prosecutors to hold them accountable. He stressed the importance of educating the public on love and respect to combat hate crimes.

Describing the incident as a hate crime, Souzzi said, "We must work together to address the root causes of such acts. Love, not hate, is the answer."

(With inputs from agencies.)