On Monday, the Indian Mission in Ottawa expressed disappointment following Sikh Separatist targeted a consular camp held outside a Hindu temple in Brampton, and accused anti-India elements for orchestrating the violence.
The Indian Mission expressed shock over the disruptions affecting routine consular events, which it said are organised with cooperation from the local partners to meet demand from Indian nationals. The mission expressed concern for the safety of applicants attending these events. It further added that the disturbances hinder essential services intended to support Indian citizens abroad. The Indian Mission said, “Despite these efforts by anti-India elements, our Consulate was able to issue more than 1000 life certificates to the Indian and Canadian applicants.”
The incident took place outside the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton. Videos of the incident, shared online, showed a mob with flags associated with Sikh Separatist groups attacking people outside the temple. According to the media reports, a group of Sikh Separatist supporters were staging a demonstration to mark the anniversary of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots when the attack occurred.
The incident has added a new tension to the already strained relationship between India and Canada, as Ottawa has dismissed New Delhi’s calls for strict measures against Sikh Separatism in Canada. Canada has accused India of targeting Sikh Separatist individuals within its borders, escalating a diplomatic standoff.
Meanwhile, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau condemned the violence, calling it ‘unacceptable’. “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.” He thanked the police for “swiftly responding to protect the community and investigate this incident,” he said.
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