Ottawa: In a strong statement following an attack on the Hindu Sabha temple in Brampton, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed deep condemnation and ordered an immediate investigation. Trudeau took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to denounce the violence, emphasizing that every Canadian deserves the right to practice their faith freely and safely. He thanked the Peel Regional Police for their prompt response to protect the Hindu community and ensure a thorough investigation.
“Today’s violence at the Hindu Sabha temple in Brampton is unacceptable,” Trudeau wrote. “Every Canadian has the right to practice their religion freely and safely.” Trudeau’s comments underscore his commitment to protecting religious freedoms amid rising concerns about extremist violence.
Opposition Leader Poilievre Calls for Unity and Condemns Temple Attack
Canadian Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre also voiced his outrage over the incident, strongly condemning the attack on Hindu devotees. He emphasized that targeting worshippers is a direct threat to Canada’s values of freedom and peace.
“The violence targeting devotees at the Hindu Sabha temple in Brampton today is unacceptable,” Poilievre stated. “Canadians should have the freedom to practice their religion peacefully. Conservatives clearly condemn this violence, and I will work to unite Canadians and bring an end to this chaos.”
Disturbing Incident Sparks Outcry Among Indian-Origin Leaders in Canada
The assault on Hindu devotees at the Brampton Hindu Sabha temple, allegedly by extremist groups, has prompted widespread outrage. A video circulating on social media shows scenes of physical assault on devotees, sparking a wave of condemnation from leaders and community members alike.
Indian-origin Canadian Member of Parliament, Chandra Arya, voiced grave concern over the growing extremism targeting Hindu-Canadians. In a social media post, Arya condemned what he termed as “Khalistani extremism,” accusing radical groups of attempting to intimidate Hindu communities in Canada.
“Khalistani extremists have crossed a red line today,” Arya stated. “This attack on Hindu-Canadian devotees at the Hindu Sabha temple premises reflects how deeply entrenched and shameless Khalistani violent extremism has become in Canada.”
Calls for Greater Accountability Amid Growing Concerns Over Extremism in Canada
MP Arya further expressed concerns over reports suggesting infiltration of Khalistani sympathizers within Canada’s political and law enforcement systems. He emphasized the need for Hindu-Canadians to advocate for their rights and hold political leaders accountable for the safety of their communities.
“This issue cannot be ignored any longer. Hindu-Canadians must come forward, assert their rights, and ensure that politicians are held accountable for protecting the safety and security of their community,” Arya added.
As tensions rise, this incident has sparked a broader conversation around religious freedoms, community safety, and the rise of extremism within Canada. The government’s handling of this incident, and its commitment to combating extremism, will likely be under close scrutiny in the coming days.
