Pro Khalistani Mob Attacks Hindu Temple in Canada, Justin Trudeau Calls It "Unacceptable"

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau condemned the violence following an attack reportedly by Khalistani extremists on Hindu-Canadian devotees at the Hindu Sabha temple in Brampton, Ontario. He labeled the incident as "unacceptable" and reaffirmed that every Canadian has the right to practice their faith "freely and safely."

“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. Thank you to the Peel Regional Police for swiftly responding to protect the community and investigate this incident,” said the Candian Prime Minister.

Following the incident, security around the temple has been beefed up. Videoa that went viral on social media show people bearing Khalistani flags breaching the temple's gates and assaulting worshippers. Despite the violence, Peel Regional Police stated that no arrests had been made and refrained from assigning blame for the incident, reported AFP.

Canadian MP Chandra Arya also condemned the attack, stating that a “red line has been crossed” by Khalistani extremists. “The attack by Khalistanis on the Hindu-Canadian devotees inside the premises of the Hindu Sabha temple... shows how deep and brazen Khalistani violent extremism has become in Canada,” he posted on “X”. Arya suggested that these extremists might have infiltrated local law enforcement, urging Hindu-Canadians to assert their rights and hold politicians accountable.

Opposition leader Pierre Poilievre echoed similar sentiments, calling the violence “completely unacceptable.” He emphasized that all Canadians should be able to practice their faith in peace. “Conservatives condemn this violence unequivocally. I will unite our people and end the chaos,’ wrote Poilievre.

The Indian High Commission expressed concern over the "violent disruption" during a consular camp at the temple, highlighting fears for the safety of Indian nationals attending the event. This incident occurs amid a backdrop of strained diplomatic relations between India and Canada, particularly over allegations involving the killing of Khalistani activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Vancouver. Tensions have escalated between the two countries, especially after Trudeau cited "credible allegations" of Indian government involvement in Nijjar's death. New Delhi has consistently denied these claims, labeling them "absurd" and accusing Canada of harboring extremist elements.

In a chain of similar events, last year a Hindu temple in Windsor was vandalized with anti-India graffiti. Incidents of vandalism in Mississauga and Brampton have further heightened concerns within the Indian Hindu community in Canada.​