Deepawali becomes target of Hate: 19 incidents of anti-Hindu and racial abuse in US, UK and Canada

Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated by Indians across the world, bringing together communities to observe their cultural and religious traditions. However, during October 2025, several foreign influencers, social media users and citizens made racist, xenophobic and derogatory remarks against Indians celebrating the festival in different international locations. The comments targeted Diwali celebrations, Hindu religious beliefs and the presence of Indian communities in Western countries

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