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[GHHF] Chicago meeting on “Hinduism at Crossroads: Time for Action” meeting at the India Hub in Chicago was a great success, with much appreciation.

The Global Hindu Heritage Foundation (GHHF) was started 20 years ago with Prasad Yalamanci as Chairman, and me as President, and seven others as Board members with two purposes: 1) to free Hindu Temples from government control and 2) to preserve, protect, and promote Sanatana Dharma. At present, GHHF is organizing 16 projects in Bharat.

26 May 2026

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[GHHF] Chicago meeting on “Hinduism at Crossroads: Time for Action” meeting at the India Hub in Chicago was a great success, with much appreciation.

The Global Hindu Heritage Foundation (GHHF) was started 20 years ago with Prasad Yalamanci as Chairman, and me as President, and seven others as Board members with two purposes: 1) to free Hindu Temples from government control and 2) to preserve, protect, and promote Sanatana Dharma. At present, GHHF is organizing 16 projects in Bharat. This is the partial summary of what was presented on Sunday at India Hub on May 24, 2026. The State governments have abused their power to grab Hindu Temple lands, transferred Temple funds to the government treasury, demolished many Hindu Temples, employed highly politicized people into the governing Boards, some of whom happen to be members of other faiths, many of them are secularists with no interest in protecting the Hindu Temples, employed non-Hindus, and used Temple money for secular purposes. In fact, these Hindu Temples are taken over by the State governments against Articles 25 and 26 of the Indian Constitution, operating without proper authority, tampering with the sanctity of Hindu Temples. But the State governments did not take the Churches and Mosques under their control. It is the Hindus who have not worked together and challenged the government, allowing it to operate at its will with no accountability.  GHHF has worked with several leaders who filed cases in the High Courts and the Supreme Court against the government, challenging the power of the State governments. After so many years of challenges, the time may have come to see that the Hindu Temples are freed from State governments. May 18, 2026, is a historic day in the history of Hindu Temples. Last year, the Supreme Court sought the opinion of the Central government, which agreed to release the Temples from the State government’s control. Now the stage is set for the release of Hindu Temples from state government control. Are the Hindus ready for it? Is the state government ready to refrain from interfering with Hindu Temples as they are with other religious structures? How was GHHF attacked by Muslims and Christians in Frisco, Texas?     In 2021 and 2022, GHHF wrote letters under the Right to Information Act to the District Collector, TUDA (Tirupati Urban Development Authority), and the Mandal Officer, asking them to determine whether they had granted any permission to build Churches in Tirupati. They have clearly stated that they did not give any permission to build Churches in Tirupati. That means all the churches and mosques were built illegally without taking permission from the authorities.  TUDA issued an Order to demolish the illegal structures in 2022. Consequently, several non-Hindu organizations protested against GHHF's distortion of facts. The demonstration by saying that GHHF is a hate organization that is advocating the demolition of all Churches. They have conveniently removed the word “illegal” and protested against us. Police monitored our house for several days to keep us safe. Is the Andhra Pradesh government against maintaining the sanctity of TTD?     For over two years, GHHF was one of several organizations fighting to preserve the sanctity of TTD. Many organizations, many religious leaders, and many concerned Hindus were fighting vehemently to preserve the sanctity of TTD. Please look at the list of non-spiritual activities around TTD     Mumtaj Hotel: The Andhra Pradesh government has given permission to build a seven-story Mumtaj hotel at the foot of Tirumala Hills in Alipiri. It took more than three months to get the hotel's construction canceled. Instead of promoting a spiritual, religious, and sacred ambiance, the previous administration allotted 20 acres of land to construct the Muntaz hotel, which adheres to non-Hindu traditions and promotes pub culture that serves meat, liquor, and non-sacred items.      Tablighi Jamaat: The Andhra Pradesh government granted permission to Tablighi Jamaat to hold a two-day meeting in TIRUPATI with about 7,000-8,000 followers, during which the scholars pray to the Almighty Allah for forgiveness of sins. It is considered a terrorist organization. Saudi Arabia declared it “one of the gates of terrorism,” directing Friday sermons to warn citizens about its dangers. Russia dismantled Tablighi Jamaat-affiliated terrorist cells and has banned the group since 2009, with the Supreme Court adding it to its list of monitored extremist organizations. Similarly, Iran, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kazakhstan have also prohibited it.     Lulu Mall: The Andhra Pradesh government gave permission to build Lulu Mall in Tirupati. GHHF has argued and written several letters expressing our concern for the safety of TTD and the demographic shift of the city, and the havoc that may cause in Hindu families. Based on the experience of other Lulu Malls in India, the management will employ two-thirds Muslim boys and one-third Hindu girls. With the opening of the mall, about one lakh Muslims will enter Tirupati, and there is a strong possibility that Tirupati may have a Muslim Mayor. Prayers held five times daily can obstruct streets, cause significant traffic congestion, and occasionally block access to Tirumala.        How many Christians are working at TTD?  GHHF has written several letters to TTD since 2019, saying as many as 20% Christians are working and requesting them to investigate. Sri Bandi Sanjaya said that 1000 Christians are working at TTD and requested them to investigate. No such action appears to have been taken. GHHF even suggested a six-step process for identifying non-Hindus that may enable them to take appropriate action.  What is the solution to prevent TTD and the State government from engaging in sacrilegious acts?     Declare Tirumala, Tirupati, and Tiruchanur as Punyakshetra (holy place) to preserve the sanctity of these three sacred places. In fact, in late April 1987, Chief Minister N.T. Rama Rao proclaimed, "If the Vatican is the religious center for Christians, Tirupati should be the same for the Hindus all over the world. This is my ambition. “Follow the guidelines implemented in Mecca and the Vatican to maintain the sanctity. This idea was met with fiery opposition from B. R. Naidu, the Chairman of TTD.      GHHF even suggested to TTD and Sri Pawan Kalyan to follow the model used by Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, and Uttarakhand, where they identified certain areas as holy and decreed that no alcohol, meat, or meat products would be allowed to maintain the sanctity of the Temple area.   GHHF was snubbed three Times to hold a meeting in Tirupati?      GHHF planned to hold a meeting on the need for the government to declare T3 a Punyakshetra. First, TTD granted permission for a meeting at Annamacharya Kalyana Madampam, but it was put on hold within a few days. Second, the Shankara Matt in Tirupati granted permission for a meeting, but they canceled it within 24 hours.  Third, we booked a hotel. Two hours before the meeting, they canceled the meeting. The hotel people received about 10 calls from different people in the morning to cancel the meeting. They threatened the manager, saying that they would ruin their business and create problems if they did not cancel. Finally, we had a meeting at a Blind School operated by a great soul, Dr. Acharya. How Sri B. R. Naidu, Chairman of the TTD Board, attacked GHHF in 2025 in Tirupati? Instead of taking advice from others to improve the sanctity of TTD, B. R. Naidu became hysterical and got angry. These government officials have neither perspective nor tolerance for suggestions from fellow Hindus who have been working for decades, speaking about the importance of maintaining the sacredness of Tirumala and Tirupati.      He posted a message on X saying that GHHF is misleading the Hindus by suggesting that they declare Tirumala, Tirupati, and Tiruchanur as Punyakshetra, collecting illegal donations, and calling GHHF a fraudulent organization. This message was even posted on the TTD website.      Now we can guess who may have been behind the cancellations of the meeting in three different locations in Tirupati.      The message from B. R. Naidu is clear. Nobody can make any suggestions to him, and no Hindu can have any right to question them; no Hindu can have any kind of meetings to talk about the preservation of sanctity at TTD.  IS SRI Raghu Ramakrishna Raju the only torchbearer of Law and Order?     In his constituency, Sri Raju wanted to renovate the over 100-year-old Rama Temple. On Rama Navami, he went to Akividu to place garlands on the Ram Parivar. Christians did not allow him to enter the Temple, did not allow him to put a garland, by saying that everyone is a Christian here. Some of the Hindus who came to attend the program were attacked by rocks and nails.  Since that time, he has been advocating for the strict enforcement of law and order, irrespective of religion. He is taking steps to: 1)    Identify illegal structures and enforce law and order 2)    Enforce the law regarding the Mikes installed on the religious structures, asking the Police to remove them as per the law 3)    Any Dalit converted to Christianity is not eligible to file a case of atrocities against Hindus.  4)    He is asking the police to enforce Supreme Court judgments on the Atrocities Act.  5)    He was able to get the Dalit certificate of Chintad Anand canceled 6)    April 30, 2025, the Supreme Court decreed that all illegal structures must be demolished.  7)    He is also talking against the fake Pastors with unlicensed Churches. 8)    He is working on the misuse of electricity meters by certain religious groups. 9)    He is having a press conference addressing the grievances of people and the enforcement of law and order. Sri Chandrababu Naidu requested all MLAs to hold a public Darbar to hear people's grievances.  What a Change. We sincerely hope the Chief Minister will give Hindus the same privileges he accords to other faiths.      Let us all pray that every State in Bharat will follow the law and make sure it is fair to every caste and every religion. No partiality should be accepted. Dharma is the way.  Global Hindu Heritage Foundation acknowledges the help rendered by several people for the Chicago meeting.  Harish Kolasani for providing the India Hub for the meeting; Nirmala Reddy for establishing contacts in Chicago; Jagan and Nandini Bukkaraju for hosting me; and Praveen Medikundam, Lakshmi Ponnaganti, Dinakar, Prasad Yalamanchi, Amar Upadhyaya, Rakesh Malhotra, Radhika, and many more. {{album_1603}}  
26 May 2026

[GHHF] Hindu Advocates Forum in Assam submitted a Memorandum to District Commission to speed up the process of the citizenship applications of Bangladeshi Hindus Application with no impediments.

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation has been talking about the decline of Hindu population and how do we address this issue to increase the numbers to Assam where Hindu population size is only about 60%. Within a couple of decades, Muslim population may take over the Hindus and may become majority. We keep talking to Sri Samratt Dutt, who is the GHHF Board member about the possible solutions. One solution is to encourage Hindu families to have more children. The second possible solution is to make sure all Bangladeshi Hindus who entered Assam get the citizenship faster to increase the size of Hindu population. Sri Samrat mentioned about two major issues concerning the citizenship of Bangladesh Hindu. One is the government officials are making it difficult because of so much corruption. Second many Bangladesh Hindus are afraid to file the Application because of the fear that they may be sent back to Bangladesh.  Then I suggested that our Hindu advocated Forum should meet and discus about submitting a Memorandum to the Assam State government officials expressing our concern and requesting them to speed up the process. He agreed to to discuss with the Forum and report back to us.  This is the report from Sri Samratt, which is very encouraging, “Following your instructions, the Hindu Advocates Forum organized two consecutive meetings for enrolling the names of Bangladeshi Hindus under the citizenship amendment act (CAA). Meeting was presided over by the Ld Senior Advocate Dhub Saha. As I am out of station for few days as such, I communicated with them via video conferencing. Following resolution passed in the meeting. 1. Hindu advocates forum will submit a memorandum to the district commissioner with a prayer to expedite the matter regarding the enrollment of those names of Bangladeshi Hindus who applied under CAA and issue a strict direction to the officials to stop harassing the applicants. 2. With the help of GHHF team Hindu advocates forum will organise awareness meeting to convince the Bangladeshi Hindus to come forward and submit application under CAA. Memorandum submitted to the Addl District commissioner as well as Senior Superintendent of Police, Cachar regarding the enrollment of the names of Bangladeshi Hindu refugees who came to Bharat for religious persecution. They also requested the authorities to issue strict orders to the officials to not harass the family members of the family who already applied for citizenship under CAA. Team led by Sr Adv Nigar Thakur. SSP Cachar called for a meeting with the advocates for another reason and after the discussion Advocates of Hindu Advocates Forum raised the issue of citizenship. Following the instructions of Prakash ji as decided by the advocates in the previous meeting held on 14.5.26 advocates started ground level work for the Hindus who came from Bangladesh to Bharat due to religious persecution.” Donations are appreciated. By Zelle : ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal : savetemples.org By Check: GHHF,14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. For more information call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979 {{album_1602}}
25 May 2026

[GHHF] Fifth Consecutive year “Water Pandals” (Chalivendralu) started to quench thirst of people to face scorching Sun in Anantapur District started

Sponsor one Center for two months for $250.  “The ability to see, hear and speak, are useless in the absence of adequate water. Water is the basis of life. Most life forms are born in water and live in it.”  Atharvana Veda Even today there are millions in India who cannot afford to buy a drink or even a bottle of water. Not even 0.01% have public taps to quench their thirst. Global Hindu Heritage Foundation has set up centers in several cities providing drinking water for the poor and other living beings also. Foundation believes this task to be very divine. We have witnessed so much life perishing on the streets due to scorching heat and lack of water and trying to save as many as we can. We saw many people fainting on the streets as they could not get a glass of water.  Thanks to hundreds of volunteers and donors who directly or indirectly contributed to the cause. We are trying to quench the thirst of as many as possible and save a few lives at least with all your help. May God bless you all those who are helping in providing water to all living beings.  The belief that supplying water to the needy people added merit to one's life encouraged people to create water pandals and supply free drinking water to humans and animals in the country. Such practices can be seen on all days, round the year at important places especially in the temple arenas. Historically, many Temples used to arrange Water Pandals for visitors in the villages, on the side of the roadways, near Temples and so on.  Thus, for the convenience and comfort of tourists or pilgrims’ various facilities like roads, food and hospitals existed. With the infrastructure, the currency exchange system also prevailed. Moreover, almost all the houses had single or double raised platforms in front of the houses at the entry point called 'thinnai' which helped strangers and travelers to avail themselves for rest and night stay. Generally, the common public were also kind and large-hearted to take care and spare food and water to the travelers from far and near. This is how the whole system of tourism functioned in Medieval South India, she added. Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is providing water through these Chalivendralu (Water Pandals) in different locations – Temples, offices, hospitals, MRO Office, and roadside. As many of you may be aware that we provided water in a village where the Jatara festival was taking place.  SPONSOR ONE CENTER you can sponsor one center to provide water every summer for $250 Your donations are appreciated; By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com By PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: GHHF, 14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979. {{album_1601}}
25 May 2026

[GHHF] Good News - Pastor Chintad Anand’s SC certificatficate is cancelled. Every Dalit who converted to Christianity cannot avail SC Certification.

This historic case, which sparked nationwide discussion, has now resulted in yet another major victory for the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation. Even after the Supreme Court clearly ruled that individuals who have converted their religion are not entitled to claim SC status or benefits under the SC/ST Act, the certificate continued to remain in official records. Recognizing this, we initiated a fresh legal battle in the High Court. Following this, the District Collector conducted a detailed inquiry and has now officially cancelled the SC certificate of Pastor Chintada Anand. This is not just an action against one individual, but a strong warning to those who misuse the system. It sends a clear message to the entire nation that misusing SC reservations after religious conversion will no longer be tolerated under law. However, this is not the end of the story—this is only the beginning. What has come out so far is just a small part; much more remains to be uncovered. How the system was used, how legal protections were turned into shields, and how rights were misused—these truths will come out one by one in the coming days. Those who misled society and exploited the system will inevitably be held accountable before the law. “There is more to come… more truths will be revealed ahead.” With this resolve, the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation will not stop this fight here. Until the complete truth is brought out and justice is fully delivered, this journey will continue. For Dharma, for justice, and for the rights of the truly deserving—this fight goes on. 
24 May 2026

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation, Chicago Chapter

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation, Chicago Chapter Presenting a discussion on Hinduism at Crossroads: A Time to Act Explaining the dangers of secularism, reservations, minority benefits, and articles 25, 26, and 30 to the survival of Bharath.  Date and Time: May 24 at 11:00 am Venue: National India Hub, Chicago. LUNCH will be served. NOTE: Please circulate this flyer to all our friends in the Chicago area.
23 May 2026

Who Is the Greatest Threat to America? Racism Is the Greatest Threat to America

Racism Divides America More Than Any External Enemy Ever Could Suhaas Kaul May 16, 2026;  The Immigrant Legacy of Texas Texas has long been a state of immigrants. The Tonkawa tribe lived here before anyone else claimed it. Then came generations of newcomers, including Irish, German, Mexican, Black families, and now Indian Americans, who built this state together. Today Indian Americans form Texas second largest Indian American community and are among the highest earning, most educated groups in the nation. They are doctors, engineers, entrepreneurs, and scientists making America stronger every single day. https://kaulsuhaas.substack.com/p/who-is-the-greatest-threat-to-america
22 May 2026

[GHHF] Shiva Puja and Abhishekam were performed in the SC colony in Anantapur District to bring all Hindu Families together to create positive vibrations in the village.

Global Hindu Heritage Foundation is committed to preserving and practicing our rituals, observing our traditions, and transmitting our customs to young and old. For the last 18 years, we have launched many programs to enrich our Hindu community and ensure they appreciate, understand, and practice these customs and traditions.                  Sri Gopi Krishna Sastry Garu, our mentor in religious matters, suggested organizing “Intinta Shiva Abhishekam” (Shiva Abhishekam in every House) every Monday evening during Pradosh time. On this Monday (May 18), Shiva Puja and Abhishekam were performed in the village of Idukallu, Setthur Mandalam, in Ananathapur District. It was done in the house of Sri Ramesh in the SC colony.   As many of you know, our activities are conducted in villages, Dalit communities, tribal areas, and remote places. With this program, we want to go to places very few people have been to before and do pujas and Abhishekam in houses nobody has done before. Many of these places are ignored by many of our religious people, who bring them together by encouraging the villagers to engage in the rituals for their usefulness. They never went to the houses to perform these rituals.  Shiva is a Bhola Shankar. He is also called Bholenath. He is Lord of Innocence. Shiva means auspicious. Bhola Shankar is considered the giver of blessings, the giver of peace, and the giver of bliss. The one who gives blessings instantly will grant us any wish if we anoint the Lord very quickly. If we do Abhishekam (ablution), he grants our wishes fast. As per scriptures, if we do Abhisheka to Shiva with water, he will remove ten sins; if we do with cow's milk, 100 sins; if we do Abhishekam with cow curd, 1000 sins; if we do with ghee, 3000 sins; if we do with honey, 5000 sins; if we do with fruit juice, all our sins are removed, and we get wealth and salvation.  Besides, if you perform puja during the Pradosh period on Monday evening, you will have good children, a sound mind, and good knowledge. So many such results are produced. Worshipping Lord Shiva is like worshiping Goddess Lakshmi with Lord Vishnu, which means "Shivaya Vishnurupaya Shivrupaya Vishnave." Shivasya Hridayam Vishnur Vishnoscha Hridayam Shivah - Vishnu is the heart of Siva, and likewise, Siva is the heart of Vishnu.” That means both Shiva and Vishnu are one and the same – actually, the manifestation of the same Supreme Lord. In the Bhagwat Puran, Shri Vishnu tells his beloved wife Sri Lakshmi that half of the space in Vishnu’s heart is actually occupied by Lord Shiva, while the other half is occupied by all other beings, including Goddess Lakshmi Herself. Lord Shiva always meditated upon Shri Rama (Lord Vishnu), whereas Lord Vishnu himself meditated upon Lord Shiva. Narad Pancharatra succinctly states: Shivo Harirhariha Shakshatchiva Eva Nirupitaha | Shivadveshi Haridrohi Vishnum Nityam Bhajanapi || ‘Shiva is Hari, and Hari is none other than Shiva. An enemy of Shiva is an enemy of Hari, even though he may worship Vishnu daily.’ Therefore, Shiva Puja and Abhishekam are being organized in every house. The main purpose of this program is also "to see that all the Hindus are not under the spell of other faiths' deception, incentive, and allurements. There is no caste and creed discrimination in this program. By doing Abhishekam and Bilva Archana for Lord Shiva, through this program, we are making them and their family members eligible to receive grace, blessings, and bliss from the Lord. By organizing this program, we will be able to stave off illegal conversions and keep our people in the Hindu fold. In all our programs, we tell our Hindus about the importance of applying a tilak on their foreheads, how to attain salvation, and our dharma, traditions, and customs. This program was started to ensure our Hindus appreciate our Hindu Dharma and remain as Hindus instead of being the victims of falsehood.   From now on, we plan to go to a village every Monday to perform the Panchamruta Abhishekam to Lord Shiva in one of the houses. We will make the residents of the house perform the Abhishekam with their hands. We are also inviting nearby families to participate in this event. If anyone wants to perform this pooja, they should contact Gopi Swami or volunteers. It will be done at no cost on behalf of the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation.  Finally, Teertha prasadam was distributed, and Annadanam was conducted. Bhajans were also conducted.  Your donations are appreciated  By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: GHHF,14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. By Rupees: call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979. {{album_1600}}
21 May 2026

[GHHF] Update on underage, rescued girls: some are now safely reunited with their parents — but the work is far from over. It only started. Need help.

Over the past few days, our team has continued to care for rescued girls who come from multiple states. While a few have now been safely handed back to their families after proper counseling and verification, many more remain in our care, and the majority of the work lies ahead. At this stage, our primary focus is twofold: 1. Ensuring the girls are physically and mentally stable, safe, and healthy Many of these girls have come out of deeply distressing situations. Some are facing medical issues, trauma, fear, anxiety, and emotional instability. Their immediate well-being is our top priority. This means ongoing: * Medical attention * Nutritious food * Safe shelter * Clothing and bedding * Emotional support and counseling Before anything else, we must help each girl regain a sense of safety, dignity, and stability. 2. Finding their families and making safe reunification possible The rescued girls come from many different places and states and reuniting them with their families is not a simple process. It is a lengthy, delicate, and expensive effort. Before handing any girl back, our volunteers must: * Trace and identify family members * Travel to different locations * Physically verify addresses and backgrounds * Confirm that the family situation is safe and genuine * Ensure the girl will not be sent back into danger or exploitation Only after proper verification and validation do we reunite a girl with her family. This process takes time, manpower, travel, coordination, and significant financial support. Your support is making this possible. Because of donors like you, these girls are receiving safety, care, counselling, and a real chance at healing and reunification. But with more girls still in need — and more rescue, recovery, and verification work still pending — continued support is urgently needed. Please stand with us as we continue this mission of care, recovery, and reunification. Every contribution helps provide: * Food and daily essentials * Clothing and bedding * Medical care and counselling * Travel and verification support * Continued shelter and rehabilitation Some have met their parents. Many are still waiting. Let us help them move from rescue to recovery — and, wherever safely possible, from recovery to reunion. Donations are appreciated. By Zelle: ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal: savetemples.org By Check: GHHF,14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. For more information call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979
20 May 2026

Hopes Reborn: How GHHF’s Bala Samskara Kendras Are Saving Pakistani Hindu Refugee Kids in India

By Vahid S; May 10, 2026An article was published about our Bala Samskar Kendras in Rajasthan and how GHHF is shaping their future.  https://vahids.medium.com/hopes-reborn-how-ghhfs-bala-samskara-kendras-are-saving-pakistani-hindu-refugee-kids-in-india-ff39624ec136 Picture a little girl in the scorching Rajasthan desert, her family freshly escaped from Pakistan’s grip. Back home, she watched temples burn and friends vanish into forced marriages. Now, in a makeshift refugee camp, she’s reciting Sanskrit shlokas, her eyes sparkling with forgotten dreams. This isn’t fiction; it’s the daily miracle unfolding at Global Hindu Heritage Foundation (GHHF) Bala Samskara Kendras…  (Read the rest of the article by clicking on the link above) Donations are appreciated. By Zelle : ghhfusaorg@gmail.com PayPal : savetemples.org By Check: GHHF,14726 Harmony Lane, Frisco, TX 75035. For more information call 601-918-7111; +91 83096 43979
19 May 2026

GHHF has been at the forefront in advocating for the ban or control of loudspeaker noise levels since 2021. 

Now Raghu Ramakrishna Raju and Suvendu Adhikari are championing strict controls on loudspeaker use. We applaud both leaders for their commitment to law and order and their concern for the health of seniors and children. GHHF Efforts to curb Noise levels and ban loudspeakers since 2021 Let us look at what the Global Hindu Heritage Foundation has been doing to ban loudspeakers or mitigate noise levels, as per Federal law. The use of Loudspeakers by the church stopped in Andhra Pradesh and Assam. In 2021, in Nakka Rameswaram Village in East Godavari District, Pastor Sampath Rao operates Fellowship Church. On a regular basis, he uses high-volume loudspeakers, disturbing the peace in the community. He makes it so loud that people in the village have complained several times. He never acted on their request to reduce the volume. Under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, the Government of India issued the Noise Pollution (Control and Regulation) Rules, which laid down restrictions on the use of loudspeakers, public address systems, and sound-producing instruments. Article 5 states that “A loudspeaker or a public address system shall not be used except after obtaining written permission from the authority.” People complained 4-5 times about the noise, but Sampath Rao refused to lower the volume. We called 100 number and complained. No action was taken. Then our people complained to the Police Department. They spoke with the CI (Circle Inspector) 4-5 times without any results. Then they complained to the SI (Sub Inspector) at the Mandal level, who acted and directed the CI to act immediately. (Savetemples, January 5, 2022)   The SI went to Nakka Rameswaram village, asked the Pastor to come to the Police station, and asked him to write a letter stating that he would never use loudspeakers, would never inconvenience the people, and would not disturb the peace. GHHF in Assam stopped Azaan in the nights and mornings in 2022 Samrat Dutt, a Member of the GHHF Board, is working hard to ensure that laws on the use of loudspeakers are enforced when Mosques play Azaan. GHHF, Assam, submitted a memorandum to the district administration and the Pollution Control Board on behalf of various mandals a few months back. Following our sustained efforts, the district administration issued a notice directing all Masjid committees not to use loudspeakers at night or early in the morning. On April 5, 2022, a meeting was held to update us on this progress. Our local newspaper also reported that the Imam's Committee had urged all mosque committees to avoid using loudspeakers for Azaan during these hours. This marks a partial victory. GHHF Assam will continue working to ensure that Azaan is regulated under the Noise Pollution Act and will keep pursuing restrictions on loudspeaker use. Global Hindu Heritage Foundation, Assam, has been agitating on this issue alone, and we have compelled the administration to listen to our point. Ultimately, the Administration had to call for a meeting on this issue. In our memorandum, we cited various citations from the Hon’ble High Courts and the Supreme Courts. We also told the administration that if no action is taken, we will have to file a PIL in the Guwahati High Court.  At last, the Administration has taken our point seriously, and the Muslim Mosque Imam Committees, without any argument, issued instructions not to use loudspeakers for azan at night and in the morning. Our half-target was achieved, but we shall continue our fight until the complete removal of loudspeakers from mosques. A letter written to Pawan Kalyan in March 2025  Remove all Loudspeakers In this letter, we mentioned that many Churches and Mosques have loudspeakers installed, and they blast their prayers or speeches at high volume, creating chaos in the villages. Many people, especially children and seniors, cannot do their work, sleep, or even talk in their own houses because of the LOUD noise. Muslims pray loudly in villages and even in major cities, reciting the Azaan five times a day. That is even against their religion: Allah says, ‘Do not make your prayer loud. Don't slow it down. Seek a way between it'' (Isra 110). Loudspeakers are installed in every church and play speeches, confessions, and prayers so loudly for hours that nobody can rest or have peace of mind; even people's health is affected. Some of them may even experience anxiety and stress.  Christians and Muslims defy the Noise Pollution Act, which specifies the noise level to be at 55 decibels during the daytime and 45 at night. Any violation may result in heavy fines and the repossession of the sound-emitting device. As Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Devendra Fadnavis stated, you should announce that any violation of prescribed noise limits—55 decibels during the day and 45 decibels at night—will result in the permanent revocation of loudspeaker permits. He also said, “If police fail to enforce noise regulations, they too will face consequences.”             No department is monitoring and taking appropriate action to cease the operation of equipment that emits excessive noise. Police Officers do not act even if the villagers complain. Let us follow the law, respect it, and allow peace to be restored in the residential communities.  NOTE: All this information can be found on our website for the dates provided.  {{album_1599}}
18 May 2026