Hyderabad, March 15 -- The 106-year-old All India Catholic Union (AICU) has raised concerns over the growing intimidation of Christian communities across India.

According to The WIRE, the AICU said in a statement that it is "deeply disturbed" by efforts in Arunachal Pradesh to revive the dormant Arunachal Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act, 1978.

Reports earlier this year indicated that the state government is working to reintroduce the act, which seeks to curb "forceful" conversions. The AICU noted that Christians in the state fear the law's enforcement could disrupt the indigenous harmony among tribes and communities.

The statement also highlighted developments in Madhya Pradesh, where chief minister Mohan Yadav has proposed amendments ...