Thu Dec 26 04:59:39 UTC 2024: ## Hindu Group Forces Zomato Delivery Driver to Remove Santa Claus Costume in Indore
**Indore, India** – A Zomato food delivery driver in Indore was forced to remove his Santa Claus costume by members of the Hindu Jagran Manch on Christmas Day. A video of the incident, which has since gone viral, shows Sumit Hardia, the group’s district convenor, questioning the driver about his attire.
Hardia challenged the driver, asking if he would ever dress as Lord Ram during Diwali. The driver responded that he hadn’t, explaining that he was instructed to wear the Santa suit by his employer. Hardia then insisted the driver remove the costume, citing concerns about the message it sent to children and alleging that such actions are used for religious conversion.
Hardia further stated that India is a Hindu nation and questioned the motives of food delivery companies for promoting such costumes, noting the majority of deliveries are made to Hindu homes. He suggested alternative figures like Bhagat Singh or Chandrashekhar Azad as more appropriate role models. The incident has sparked debate on social media regarding religious freedom and cultural sensitivities.
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