New Delhi: On Sunday, Hindu and Sikh activists gathered outside the Canadian High Commission in New Delhi to protest a recent attack on a Hindu temple in Brampton, Canada, allegedly carried out by pro-Khalistan supporters. The incident has fueled strong reactions across India, with demonstrators calling for justice and unity among Hindu and Sikh communities against the defilement of sacred sites.Protest Sparks Increased Security Measures in ChanakyapuriIn anticipation of potential unrest, the Delhi Police implemented heightened security measures around the Canadian High Commission in the Chanakyapuri diplomatic area. Authorities deployed additional police personnel and set up multiple barricades to maintain order. However, the protest intensified as members of the Hindu Sikh Global Forum, marching toward the High Commission, attempted to push past these barriers. Activists chanted slogans and held signs that read, “Hindus and Sikhs are united” and “Indians will not tolerate the insult of temples in Canada,” highlighting the unity and shared indignation of both communities.Anti-Trudeau protests have broken out in New Delhi.Protest march reaches Canadian Embassy.Sikh and Hindu Brothers have come together under one umbrella, and they are currently protesting outside the Canadian Embassy...: pic.twitter.com/9fQL7FM0dk— Megh Updates 🚨™ (@MeghUpdates) November 10, 2024Attack in Brampton Sparks Backlash in IndiaThe protest follows a recent incident in Brampton, Canada, where a pro-Khalistan group allegedly assaulted Hindu devotees at the Hindu Sabha Mandir during a consular camp on November 4. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was among those who condemned the attack, calling it a “deliberate attack” and criticizing the “cowardly attempts to intimidate” Indian diplomats. The incident has sparked a wave of condemnation and backlash, with similar protests erupting outside the temple in Brampton and across other Canadian cities like Mississauga.Arrests and Suspensions as Canadian Authorities RespondCanadian authorities have since arrested four individuals in connection with the violent demonstrations. Among those detained is Inderjeet Gosal, a known leader within Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), a banned group in India. Gosal, an associate of the slain Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, faces charges of assault with a weapon.The situation has further escalated with the suspension of Canadian police officer Harinder Sohi, who allegedly participated in a pro-Khalistan rally, raising anti-India slogans, which has drawn widespread criticism.The incident, along with Canadas response, continues to be a flashpoint in Indian-Canadian relations, sparking debates over diplomatic protections, community unity, and respect for religious sites.
