Christian Woman Assaulted During Christmas Event in Jabalpur; BJP Leader Accused

Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, December 24, 2025 — A Christmas gift distribution programme for Christians in Madhya Pradesh descended into controversy after a BJP district vice-president allegedly assaulted and verbally abused a visually impaired Christian woman in Jabalpur, accusing her of facilitating religious conversion.

Video footage circulated on social media shows Anju Bhargav, a district vice-president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), confronting and striking the woman during the event. Witnesses said the woman, a member of the Christian community, was targeted while participating in Christmas-related activities organised for local Christians.

According to those present, the confrontation erupted when Christians questioned the BJP leader over the distribution of Christmas gifts. During the altercation, Bhargav allegedly accused the visually impaired woman of enabling religious conversion. A police officer was present at the scene but is seen in the footage standing by without intervening, prompting sharp criticism from rights groups.

The visuals, first reported by Mathrubhumi News, went viral on social media, drawing widespread condemnation. Christian organisations and civil rights activists described the incident as an attack on a vulnerable Christian woman and a disturbing example of intimidation against the Christian minority during the Christmas season.

Activists said the assault reflects a growing pattern of harassment of Christians in the state, particularly during religious celebrations. They have demanded immediate action against those responsible and sought an explanation from the police over their inaction.

As of the time of reporting, there has been no official response from the BJP leadership or the district administration, and it remains unclear whether any legal proceedings have been initiated.

Christian Woman Assaulted During Christmas Event in Jabalpur; BJP Leader Accused

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