A Hindu temple priest in Brampton, Canada has been suspended following his alleged involvement in violent rhetoric throughout a protest on November 3, which led to clashes between pro-Khalistan demonstrators and others current on the Hindu Sabha temple. Movies circulating on social media confirmed protesters carrying Khalistani flags, clashing with attendees, and disrupting a consular occasion organized collectively by the temple and the Indian Consulate.
The Hindu Sabha Mandir launched an announcement on Wednesday saying the suspension of the priest for his “controversial involvement” within the incident however didn’t elaborate additional, in keeping with the Canadian Broadcasting Company. The temple didn’t present extra particulars on the precise feedback made by the priest.
Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown took to social media, addressing the neighborhood to denounce any type of violence and hate. “That is management that’s useful. The overwhelming majority of Sikh Canadians and Hindu Canadians need to stay in concord and don’t tolerate violence,” he posted. He added that the Ontario Sikhs and Gurdwara Council had condemned the violence that erupted on the Hindu Sabha temple that night.
Brown emphasised the significance of unity, urging neighborhood members to not react to provocation: “Bear in mind, all of us have extra in frequent than what divides us. In tense occasions, we will’t let the agitators gasoline the flames of division. Regulation enforcement might be there to reply.”
The confrontation broke out on Sunday afternoon when Sikhs for Justice, a gaggle supporting Khalistan, held a protest whereas Indian consular officers have been visiting the temple. Peel police have been dispatched to the scene, the place they intervened to take care of order.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau condemned the incident, reaffirming the appropriate of all Canadians to follow their religion freely and safely. Trudeau expressed his appreciation for native authorities’ fast response to the battle.
The Authorities of India additionally condemned the violence, calling for prosecution of these concerned. The Ministry of Exterior Affairs in New Delhi expressed “deep concern” for the security of Indian nationals in Canada.
Relations between Canada and India have confronted challenges following Prime Minister Trudeau’s allegations in September concerning the “potential” involvement of Indian brokers within the killing of Khalistan extremist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. India has dismissed the claims as “absurd” and has voiced considerations over pro-Khalistan actions in Canada.
