Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:31am on 21 Oct 2025,Tuesday India Global
FBI Director Kash Patel, the first Indian-American to lead the agency, faced online hate after posting Diwali greetings on X. His message, celebrating the triumph of good over evil, drew praise but also xenophobic backlash, with some users calling for Hindu deportation and rejecting non-Christian traditions. Patel, who took his oath on the Bhagavad Gita, has previously faced scrutiny, including during a Senate hearing where his handwritten affirmations went viral. The incident highlights ongoing cultural tensions in the U.S. despite growing representation of Indian-origin leaders. Patel’s appointment remains a milestone, but his Diwali post has reignited debates over religious diversity and inclusion in American public life.
