We will not tolerate conspiracies against the Hindu religion," Reddy declared in Telugu, emphasizing that any attempts to lure individuals away from Hinduism with promises of money would be met with "appropriate lessons" to deter such actions

In a fiery social media post that has sparked heated debate, former Member of Parliament and YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) leader V. Vijayasai Reddy has vowed zero tolerance for what he describes as "conspiracies" targeting the Hindu faith, particularly through financial inducements. Reddy, a prominent figure in Andhra Pradesh politics and a former chairman of key parliamentary committees on commerce, transport, and tourism, urged the government to launch a formal investigation into religious conversions over the past two decades while calling for unity among Hindus across social strata.

The MP’s statement, posted on X (formerly Twitter) early Sunday morning, comes amid ongoing national discussions on religious freedom and alleged coercive practices. "We will not tolerate conspiracies against the Hindu religion," Reddy declared in Telugu, emphasizing that any attempts to lure individuals away from Hinduism with promises of money would be met with "appropriate lessons" to deter such actions. He specifically called on the government to establish a committee to scrutinize conversions dating back 20 years, framing it as a safeguard for both the nation and "dharma" (righteous duty).

The post, which has garnered over 5,800 views, likes, and shares within hours, included a link to a YouTube video which translates to  "Religious Conversions for Money... Hindus Being Sold Out").The video, tagged with hashtags like #ReligiousConversion, #ForcedConversion, #HindusUnderThreat, and #SaveHinduism, appears to highlight reports of vulnerable Hindu families in rural areas being targeted by conversion efforts involving cash incentives.

While specific details from the footage—such as interviews or on-ground visuals—remain unverified in the post, it aligns with MP Vijay Sai Reddy’s narrative of systemic threats to Hindu communities. For the country and for dharma, all social classes among Hindus must unite," he concluded his message, invoking the traditional Hindu chant "Shri Ram Raksha" (Protection of Lord Ram) as a rallying cry. He tagged major Telugu and national media outlets, including TV9 Telugu, Eenadu, ABP News, and The Hindu, signaling his intent to amplify the issue beyond social media.

The MP’s remarks echo broader concerns in India, where anti-conversion laws—often dubbed "love jihad" or anti-fraud statutes—have been enacted in over a dozen states since 2014, aiming to curb what proponents call exploitative practices by missionary groups or other entities. Critics, however, argue such rhetoric can stoke communal tensions and infringe on personal freedoms. In Andhra Pradesh, where Vijay Sai Reddu served as a Rajya Sabha MP until 2024, similar debates have simmered under successive governments, including the current TDP-led coalition.

The post has elicited a polarized response on X. Supporters, like user  @ChandraT71865 praised it as a timely awakening, noting the Modi government's crackdowns on fraudulent NGOs and foreign-funded conversions: "After centuries of facing the sword and then the lure of money/power, Hindus are finally seeing a government that refuses to look away... Jai Shri Ram." Others, however, dismissed it as opportunistic politicking.  @SureshAnnaladas quipped, "Such low-level posts, Sai Garu?" while  @istarpavan referenced Reddy's own family history, suggesting elders avoided mixing religion with politics.

Several replies accused Vijay Sai Reddy of hypocrisy, alluding to past YSRCP associations with Christian communities in the state. This is not Reddy's first foray into cultural and religious advocacy. A chartered accountant by training and former director of Oriental Bank, he has positioned himself as a defender of Hindu interests post his party's 2024 electoral setback.

Political analysts see the timing—mere months before potential by-elections—as a bid to consolidate the Hindu vote base in Andhra Pradesh, where caste and faith dynamics play a pivotal role. As the discourse unfolds, Vijay Sai Reddy ‘s call for a probe could pressure state authorities to revisit long-standing allegations of conversion "rackets." For now, it underscores a deepening fault line in India's secular fabric, where calls for protection often collide with accusations of majoritarianism.