In response to a recent attack on the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, Ontario, over a thousand members of the Canadian Hindu community gathered for a protest on Tuesday. The rally highlighted growing concerns over violence against Hindus in Canada, particularly in the wake of the incident involving Khalistani extremists.
Participants at a peaceful demonstration outside a major Hindu temple urged safety and accountability, highlighting Hindus’ vulnerability and increasing targeted violence.
The protesters expressed their intention to hold Canadian politicians and law enforcement accountable, calling for a cessation of support for Khalistani movements. CoHNA pointed out multiple attacks on Hindu temples throughout Canada, particularly during the recent Diwali festivities, emphasizing the urgent need to combat what they term “Hinduphobia.” One of their posts read, “Over a thousand #CanadianHindus have gathered in Brampton to protest against the increasingly brazen attacks on Hindu Temples.”
The attack on Hindu worshippers by Khalistani associates outside the Hindu Sabha Mandir has drawn condemnation from Canadian political leaders.
In response to the violence, India’s External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar expressed that the vandalism of the Hindu Sabha Temple was “deeply concerning.” Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also condemned the “deliberate attack” that took place over the weekend. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs released a statement condemning the violence perpetrated by extremists and separatists, insisting that those responsible must face prosecution.
Canadian MP Chandra Arya stated the “red line has been crossed” regarding violent extremism in Canada, highlighting the Hindu community’s plight.
(By Ankita Singh, Web Team at C6N)
