Shillong, Sep 15 : As clashes continued in Orissa, Meghalaya Christians have demanded banning of the Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal blaming them of “terrorising” the people of the community.
The demand was voiced at a peace rally at Jowai on Sunday where thousands of Christians, including members of prominent organisations, political leaders and government servants participated.
The meeting resolved to send a six-point memorandum to the President, demanding adequate steps to stop the violence, allow freedom of religion and relief to the victims.
Various leaders who spoke at the rally asked the Centre to ban the VHP and Bajrang Dal, blaming them for the “continued carnage” in Orissa.
Later, the protesters took out a procession with black flags, shouting slogans for peace and freedom of religion.
Chairman of the Meghalaya Public Service Commission Willy Suchiang chaired the meeting while church leaders and political leaders cutting across party lines attended the rally.
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