"World's Largest Hindu Temple Unveiled in New Jersey, Stirring Debate"
The BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham temple, the largest Hindu temple in the world, has opened in Robbinsville, New Jersey. The temple, spanning 180 acres and featuring intricate carvings and thousands of statues, is seen as a landmark moment for America's Hindu community. However, the project has been marred by controversy, including a lawsuit and federal investigation into alleged mistreatment of workers. The lawsuit accuses the temple of trafficking laborers from India and subjecting them to poor conditions and below-minimum-wage pay. Despite the controversy, the temple's opening is seen as an important moment in Hindu American history.