Protest by pro-Khalistan groups outside Hindu temple in Canada turns violent
A brawl erupted during the Indian High Commission’s routine consular camp organised in partnership with the Hindu Sabha Temple.
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A protest by pro-Khalistani groups near the Hindu Sabha Temple in Canada’s Brampton on Sunday turned violent. Videos of the incident circulating on social media show men and women attacking temple visitors with sticks.
Canada is home to several organisations that support the demand for Khalistan, an independent nation for Sikhs that some seek to carve out of India.
The protests erupted during the Indian High Commission’s routine consular camp organised in partnership with the Hindu Sabha Temple. The pro-Khalistani groups were met with counter-protests from a group holding Indian flags, reported The Economic Times.
Tensions soon escalated and the Khalistani groups were reportedly the first to attack the opposing persons.
On Monday, the Indian High Commission in Ottawa stated that it was “deeply disappointing” to see disruptions being allowed for routine consular work.
“We remain very concerned for the safety of applicants, including Indian nationals, on whose demand such events are organised,” it said.
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"Violent disruption outside consular camp in Brampton, Ontario (Nov 3)"@MEAIndia @IndianDiplomacy @diaspora_india @cgivancouver @IndiainToronto pic.twitter.com/V7QNMmA4eR— India in Canada (@HCI_Ottawa) November 4, 2024
The High Commission said that Canadian authorities have been requested to implement enhanced security measures in anticipation of potential unrest.
On Monday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau condemned the attack at the temple, saying that the “acts of violence are unacceptable”.
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