Canada, Nov 4 (Alliance News): Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau condemned recent violence at the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton, Ontario, labeling it “unacceptable” after clashes reportedly broke out near the temple, allegedly involving Sikh activists.
Local police were deployed to maintain order but confirmed that no arrests had been made and refrained from attributing blame for the unrest.
Trudeau expressed his disapproval on X, stating, “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.”
Chandra Arya, a federal lawmaker and member of Trudeau’s Liberal Party, attributed the violence to “Khalistanis,” referencing supporters of the separatist Khalistan movement advocating for an independent Sikh state in India’s Punjab region.
Arya described the incident as a “crossed red line” for Khalistani extremism in Canada.
Relations between Canada and India have deteriorated following Ottawa’s allegations that Indian authorities were behind the 2023 killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen and prominent Khalistan activist.
Canada has also accused India of engaging in intimidation and violence targeting Sikh activists on Canadian soil—charges that Delhi has rejected.
As tensions rise, both nations have expelled each other’s ambassadors and senior diplomats, further straining diplomatic ties.
Social media videos show individuals with yellow Khalistan flags clashing with others holding Indian flags, with some isolated fistfights breaking out.
