Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly condemned the “deliberate attack” on a Hindu temple in Canada on Monday, saying that “cowardly attempts to intimidate” Indian diplomats were terrible. New Delhi expects Canadian authorities to guarantee justice and defend the rule of law.
“I strongly condemn the deliberate attack on a Hindu temple in Canada. Equally appalling are the cowardly attempts to intimidate our diplomats. Such acts of violence will never weaken India’s resolve. We expect the Canadian government to ensure justice and uphold the rule of law,” PM Modi said on X.
PM Modi’s robust response came hours after the Ministry of External Affairs denounced the acts of violence committed by extremists and separatists at the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, Ontario, yesterday.
“We call on the Government of Canada to ensure that all places of worship are protected from such attacks. We also expect that those indulging in violence will be prosecuted. We remain deeply concerned about the safety and security of Indian nationals in Canada,” MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in response to media queries regarding violence in Brampton.
“The outreach of our Consular officers to provide services to Indians and Canadian citizens alike will not be deterred by intimidation, harassment and violence,” he added.
India has been repeatedly expressing its deep concern about extremism and the culture of violence and anti-India activities in Canada and has sought action against these activities.
This is the first statement by PM Modi since the Canada-related controversy started.
Sources said it is a reflection that PM Modi stands up for Indians across the world.
An Indian consular camp at the Hindu Sabha Temple in Canada’s Brampton witnessed a “violent disruption” on Sunday (local time) in Brampton, near Toronto.
The incident sparked widespread criticism in and outside Canada. Canadian opposition leader Pierre Poilievre condemned the attack on the Hindu Sabha temple, calling it “completely unacceptable.”
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Source: India.com
