Mangaluru : As part of a nation-wide campaign to boycott products made in China, Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal members burnt Chinese products in Kadri ground on Friday September 1.

The protesters burning various products including toys, mobile phones, gym equipment, electronic games and other items to mark their protest against China’s aggression. Hindu organisations also burnt the effigy of Chinese President Xi Jinping.

VHP leader M B Puranik said a campaign to boycott Chinese products has been launched in the wake China joining hands with Pakistan to attack India. “China, which is known for adopting anti-Indian stand, has been making India a market for their low quality products. We should not buy products made in China and at the same time promote Indian products. Though China is developing fast, they are heavily dependent on India. We should burn products made in China and take oath that we will discourage people from buying it. Our decision will have serious impact on Chinese economy,” he added.

Bajrang Dal leader Sharan Pumpwell, who burnt a Chinese made smart phone that he was using, called upon people to boycott crackers made in China too. “We buy crackers made in China for all festivals. If we continue to do so, the cracker industry in Sivakasi will be affected. Hence, we need to boycott crackers made in China. We should not use any products that are manufactured in China,” he added.