UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 (India West by Dr. Jai G. Bansal): On a typical weekend in many American cities, the Hindu presence is easy to see. Newly built temples rise in suburban landscapes. Diwali celebrations fill convention centers and public squares. Yoga studios, Sanskrit terms and Hindu symbols circulate comfortably in mainstream culture. By outward measures, Hindu identity in the United States appears visible, confident and socially secure.

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