Christian Leaders Face Sword Attacks in Northern India

A pastor and another Christian were attacked with swords and knives by a group of Sikh individuals in northern India’s Punjab state for leading church worship in their village.

The assailants accused them of not heeding warnings to stop conducting church services and converting people.

The attackers targeted the pastor and his brother, striking them with swords and knives, inflicting severe injuries to both individuals. The victims were rushed to the hospital for treatment, with the pastor requiring surgery for his wounds.

The incident has highlighted the challenges faced by Christians in India, where religious intolerance has increased in recent years, prompting calls for justice and protection for persecuted Christians.