Indian Ambassador to Ireland slams biased media coverage after an Indian man faces a racist attack: How online hate fuels racism against Indians, especially Hindus

An Indian man was brutally assaulted in Tallaght, Dublin, after false allegations of child misconduct circulated online. The attack, involving a gang of youths, left him seriously injured and partially stripped. Irish police later confirmed the allegations were baseless and are investigating the incident as a possible hate crime. India’s Ambassador to Ireland, Akhilesh Mishra, condemned the assault and criticized Irish media for downplaying the violence by labeling it an “alleged” attack despite clear evidence of brutality. Mishra highlighted a disturbing trend of biased reporting and rising racism against Hindus, fueled by online hate and far-right narratives. Local leaders and community groups have called for increased police presence and organized anti-racism protests. The incident has sparked broader concerns about the safety of Indian immigrants and the global spread of Hinduphobia, with parallels drawn to other instances of anti-Hindu sentiment in Western media and academia.

Source: https://www.opindia.com/2025/07/indian-ambassador-to-ireland-slams-biased-media-coverage-indian-man-assaulted-online-hate-fuels-racism-against-hindus/