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What surprises me is how much the social and political atmosphere seems to have changed since 2014 in India. I don’t remember seeing this level of openly expressed religious fanaticism and polarization among Hindus before then, especially in parts of the Hindi-belt and some BJP-ruled states.

Of course, I’m not saying this represents all Hindus, North Indians. I’m talking about a particular section of people whose views and behaviour appear to have become much more extreme and visible over the past decade.

In my view, the political climate, constant religious polarization, and the normalization of extreme rhetoric have played a major role in this shift. Things that might once have been treated as fringe beliefs now sometimes seem to receive public attention, political validation, or even encouragement.

That’s the reason behind my observation. I’m open to disagreement and discussion—I just hope the post isn’t removed simply because the opinion is uncomfortable or critical.

A Florida woman is facing 72 charges after authorities say they discovered 36 border collies living in deplorable conditions inside a Palm City home.

Paige O’Donnell, 62, faces 36 felony counts of animal cruelty and 36 misdemeanor counts related to allegations that she failed to provide the dogs with proper exercise or air.

Authorities said the home appeared well-maintained from the outside, with neatly groomed grounds and fencing. But when deputies executed a search warrant and entered the residence, they found a drastically different scene.

Investigators said feces, urine-soaked materials, boxes and debris filled the home. Conditions were so severe that deputies and Animal Services officers were required to wear Tyvek protective suits while searching the property and removing the animals.

The dogs were found matted and covered in feces and urine, according to the sheriff's office. Authorities said O’Donnell repeatedly claimed there were no more than five dogs inside the house. Investigators ultimately found 36.

All of the dogs were removed and taken to the Treasure Coast Humane Society, where they are being evaluated, groomed and treated. Officials said the animals will require food, medical care and continued attention as they recover.

O'Donnell made her first court appearance following an animal hoarding investigation by the Martin County Sheriff’s Office and Animal Services.

A judge set her total bond at $275,000 and ordered that, as a condition of her release, she may not temporarily or permanently own or possess any animals.

Photos: Martin County Sheriff's Office