The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has announced a countrywide public awakening campaign to free Hindu temples from control of government. The Hindu outfit has demanded that the state governments should detach themselves from the control, management and daily ...

VHP launches campaign to free Hindu temples from government control, demands removal of non-Hindu employees and political interference.

The Vishva Hindu Parishad on Thursday announced a countrywide public awakening campaign from January 5, 2025, to free Hindu

The Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) has initiated 'Jagran Abhiyan,' a campaign to release temples from government oversight. Citing long-standing demands and societal anger, VHP seeks support from political leaders and MPs.

VHP leaders met CMs and political leaders across states, seeking support to push for freeing temples from government control and raising the issue nationally.

The Vishva Hindu Parishad announced a nationwide campaign to free temples from government control, citing discriminatory practices against Hindus. Organising general secretary Milind Parande noted thousands of temples are under government oversight in 11 states.

VHP charter of demands♦ All non-Hindus employed in temples and endowment departments should be removed ♦ Only practising Hindus with faith should be employed in the worship, offer-ings and

Parande said that temples in India were brought under the control of the government during the British rule with eye on their funds and property.