On Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the "deliberate attack" on a Hindu temple in Brampton, Ontario, characterizing the violence as a "cowardly attempt" to intimidate Indian diplomats in Canada.
Strong Message Against Intimidation
In his statement shared on X, PM Modi remarked, "I strongly condemn the deliberate attack on a Hindu temple in Canada. Equally appalling are the cowardly attempts to intimidate our diplomats. Such acts of violence will never weaken India's resolve." He urged the Canadian government to take action to ensure justice and maintain the rule of law in response to these incidents.
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Official Response from the Ministry of External Affairs
This statement represents PM Modi's first official reaction to the ongoing violence against Indians by pro-Khalistani supporters in Canada. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) had earlier condemned the violent acts committed by extremists and separatists. MEA spokesperson Randir Jaiswal called on the Canadian government, led by Justin Trudeau, to ensure the protection of all places of worship and to prosecute those involved in acts of violence.
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Incident at Hindu Sabha Temple
The Prime Minister's remarks followed reports of clashes at the Hindu Sabha temple in Brampton, where protesters carrying Khalistani flags confronted individuals at the temple. Unverified videos circulated on social media showed demonstrators with banners supporting Khalistan, alongside footage depicting violent altercations, including fistfights and people striking each other with flagpoles on the temple premises.
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