Brampton: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Monday condemned the attack on Hindu devotees at a temple in Brampton, saying that acts of violence are unacceptable in the country. India today condemned the attack by a pro-Khalistani mob at a temple in Canada’s Brampton.
Trudeau wrote on X, “The acts of violence at the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton today are unacceptable. Every Canadian has the right to practice their faith freely and safely.” He thanked the police for “swiftly responding to protect the community and investigate this incident”.
On Sunday, a group of devotees at the Hindu Sabha Mandir was targeted by alleged Khalistani supporters, sparking outrage.
“We have seen violent disruption today orchestrated by anti-India elements outside the consular camp co-organized with the Hindu Sabha Mandir, Brampton, near Toronto,” the Indian consulate said in a statement.
“On account of the prevailing security situation in Canada, the Canadian authorities had been requested well in advance to provide strong security measures for these events, which constitute routine consular work,” it added.
According to reports, a group of Khalistani supporters were holding a demonstration to commemorate the 1984 anti-Sikh riots before the attack took place.
The incident escalated tensions in the area, prompting the Canadian police to deploy a significant number of personnel. Peel Regional Police Chief Nishan Duraiappah urged restraint, stating, “We respect the right to protest peacefully and safely, but we will not tolerate violence and criminal acts.” He further emphasised that those who engage in such activities will be pursued, arrested, and charged.
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