Residents living in the neighborhood of Fremont Hindu Temple recorded a video of crowded events at the temple and complained that such events disrupt their sleep. (Photo: NBC Bay Area)
Residents in the Bay Area have filed more than 25 noise complaints against the Fremont Hindu Temple, also known as Vedic Dharma Samaj, alleging that a series of events featuring loud music and people yelling have disrupted the neighbourhood. However, residents alleged that the noise continued beyond the 9 pm deadline for amplified sound. The Fremont Hindu Temple has been serving the Bay Area since 1985, according to its website.
A dispute has erupted between residents of a California neighbourhood and a large Hindu temple after locals complained about loud music, late-night events and crowds gathering at the religious site, NBC Bay Area reported. The temple had obtained a special event permit for the particular event, NBC Bay Area reported.
The complainants wants to remain anonymous, the report said. Their concern, according to the news station, is that the religious organisation should be more considerate about how these gatherings are conducted. In recent weeks, residents say they have faced another particularly noisy event, leaving them frustrated and struggling with their daily routines. Residents want the temple to consider restricting the number of people attending its events. However, residents have clarified that they are not opposed to the temple organizing events. Its main objectives include providing the Hindu community with a place to worship, meditate and conduct various religious ceremonies.