‘They didn’t even ask him to remove his shoes,’ netizens slam Zohran Mamdani for wearing shoes in temple

As New York City’s mayoral election approaches on November 4, Democrat candidate Zohran Mamdani finds himself in controversy.

Recently, Mamdani sparked backlash after visiting several temples while wearing shoes, a move that drew criticism from netizens.

The candidate, who has expressed pride in his “Hindu heritage,” is now facing scrutiny over his actions during the religious visits.

Mamdani on his Hindu heritage

Earlier this week, Mamdani stated, “I am proud that I would be the first Indian-American mayor of this city.”

He further added, “he grew up with a keen understanding of what Hinduism means, and those traditions and values, whether it’s Raksha Bandhan or Diwali, have taught me so much about the values I hold dear today.”

Mamdani also acknowledged the role of his fami