Following the assault on a Hindu temple in Canada, Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has expressed deep anguish over the rising violence in opposition to Hindu communities worldwide. In a message on X, Kalyan highlighted the assaults confronted by Hindus, stating, “It pains me deeply to see our Hindu brothers and sisters enduring persecution, violence, and unimaginable struggling in locations like Pakistan, Afghanistan, and lately, Bangladesh.”
He known as for international solidarity with Hindus, urging instant motion to deal with the continuing injustices. He remarked, “At this time’s assault on a Hindu temple and on Hindus in Canada strikes on the coronary heart, sparking each anguish and alarm. It’s my fervent hope that the Canadian authorities takes instant, decisive steps to make sure a protected and safe surroundings for the Hindu group there.”
“However that is greater than an remoted incident. Throughout varied nations, acts of violence and focused hatred in opposition to Hindus persist, but the silence from international leaders, worldwide organizations, and the so-called “peace-loving” NGOs is deafening. The place are the voices of shock? The place is the solidarity for Hindus? Why are we left alone to confront this injustice?” he remarked.
It pains me deeply to see our Hindu brothers and sisters enduring persecution, violence, and unimaginable struggling in locations like Pakistan, Afghanistan, and lately, Bangladesh. Hindus are a world minority, and as such, they obtain little consideration, little solidarity, and are…
— Pawan Kalyan (@PawanKalyan) November 4, 2024
“This isn’t merely a plea for compassion however a name for motion. A name for the world to acknowledge and handle the struggling of Hindus with the identical urgency and dedication it gives others. Humanity can not afford selective compassion—allow us to stand united, with unwavering resolve, in opposition to the persecution of any group, anyplace,” the Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister added.
The incident, which occurred on Sunday on the Hindu Sabha temple in Brampton, Ontario, concerned protesters carrying Khalistani flags clashing with folks on the temple and disrupting a consular occasion co-organised by the temple and the Indian Consulate. Movies circulated on social media reportedly confirmed demonstrators supporting Khalistan and engaged in violent scuffles, with footage displaying people utilizing poles in fist fights on the temple grounds, as per a report by the Canadian Broadcasting Company (CBC).
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PM Modi Condemns ‘Deliberate Assault’ On Hindu Temple In Canada
The assault drew sharp criticism from leaders, together with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who condemned the violence. “I strongly condemn the deliberate assault on a Hindu temple in Canada. Equally appalling are the cowardly makes an attempt to intimidate our diplomats,” Modi posted on X. He added, “Such acts of violence won’t ever weaken India’s resolve. We count on the Canadian authorities to make sure justice and uphold the rule of regulation.”
I strongly condemn the deliberate assault on a Hindu temple in Canada. Equally appalling are the cowardly makes an attempt to intimidate our diplomats. Such acts of violence won’t ever weaken India’s resolve. We count on the Canadian authorities to make sure justice and uphold the rule of regulation.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 4, 2024
The Ministry of Exterior Affairs (MEA) in New Delhi issued an announcement strongly denouncing the violence on the Hindu Sabha temple. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasised India’s expectations from Canada, stating, “We condemn the acts of violence perpetrated by extremists and separatists on the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, Ontario, yesterday. We name on the federal government of Canada to make sure that all locations of worship are shielded from such assaults.” Jaiswal additional underscored the necessity for prosecuting these accountable, including, “We stay deeply involved concerning the security and safety of Indian nationals in Canada. The outreach of our consular officers to supply providers to Indians and Canadian residents alike is not going to be deterred by intimidation, harassment and violence.”
This act of violence comes at a time of strained India-Canada relations, with ongoing tensions over alleged help for Khalistani separatists in Canada and the North American nation’s allegations in opposition to India within the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen and designated terrorist by India.