Howrah Christian Family Alleges Threats During Private Prayer Meeting

A Christian family in Amta, Howrah, West Bengal, has alleged that they faced threats and harassment during a private prayer meeting at their residence on September 16, 2026. According to the family’s account reported by The Times of India, a group of men interrupted the prayer gathering and allegedly pressured the family to renounce Christianity. They also reportedly threatened the family with eviction from their home. The family said the incident caused concern for their safety and that of their children. They alleged that another group returned the following night and continued to intimidate them. The family reportedly approached the police and submitted a complaint regarding the alleged incidents. The case has drawn attention from Christian organisations in West Bengal amid concerns raised about reported incidents involving Christians participating in house prayer meetings. Bangiya Christiya Pariseba, a Christian organisation in the state, has separately raised concerns with the West Bengal government about security for Christian places of worship and prayer gatherings. The organisation said it had documented several cases involving alleged attacks and harassment in recent months. These figures and allegations are claims made by the organisation. The Howrah incident has renewed discussions about the safety of families conducting private religious gatherings and the importance of protecting freedom of religion and peaceful worship. The allegations remain subject to police investigation and any further findings by the authorities.