India condemns ‘despicable’ act of vandalism at Hindu temple in California. The incident took place days ahead of the so-called Khalistan referendum in Los Angeles. The ‘anti-Hindu’ messages included phrases such as ‘Hindus go back’, alarming the local Hindu community. “In the face of another mandir desecration, this time in Chino Hills, CA, the Hindu community stands steadfast against hate,” BAPS Public Affairs posted on X. The Coalition of Hindus of North America (CoHNA) also shared details of the incident on X and said theDesecration of the iconic BAPS temple in. California comes ahead of. the “so called Khalistan Referendum” in Los. Angeles. ‘We call upon the local law enforcement authorities to take stringent action against those responsible for these acts, and also ensure adequate security to places of worship,’ said MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal.