A viral video from December 22, 2025 shows Pastor Raju Sadasivam and his wife being publicly harassed in Ghaziabad by a self-proclaimed Hindutva activist who verbally abused Christianity, accused them of forced conversions, and intimidated them while filming.

The couple were briefly questioned by police but released without action against the harasser, prompting criticism from rights groups.

This incident is part of a broader surge in anti-Christian harassment across India during the 2025 Christmas season.

Monitoring groups report more than 700 anti-Christian occurrences in 2025, including disruptions of prayer meetings, vandalism, and attacks on carol singers in multiple states.

Church bodies and human rights organizations warn that misuse of anti-conversion laws and mob vigilantism are undermining religious freedom, adding to concerns about the safety of minorities and visitors in India.

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Note: These claims rely on reports from rights groups and monitoring organizations; independent verification and police accounts may vary.

Contextual note: This incident appears within a broader pattern of reported anti-Christian harassment during the 2025 holiday season, as watchdogs document a climate where minority communities and visiting Christians feel more exposed in public spaces. Critics argue that both political rhetoric and mob actions undermine constitutional protections and the safety of diverse communities.

Experts emphasize the need for accountability, lawful policing, and clear legal safeguards to protect religious freedom, while social platforms face calls to balance reporting with preventing hate speech and intimidation.