Tue Nov 05 00:00:00 UTC 2024: ## Indian PM Condemns Attack on Hindu Temple in Canada, Calls for Justice
**Brampton, Ontario:** Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has strongly condemned the attack on a Hindu temple in Brampton, Ontario, last week, calling it a “deliberate attack.” The incident occurred while the Indian High Commission was holding a consular camp.
The PM also expressed outrage over attempts to intimidate Indian diplomats in Canada, stating that such violence will not deter India’s resolve. He urged the Canadian government to ensure justice and uphold the rule of law, demanding prosecution of those involved.
This statement follows a similar condemnation by India’s External Affairs Ministry, which expressed deep concern about the safety and security of Indian citizens in Canada. The Ministry called for adequate protection of all places of worship and denounced the violence perpetrated by extremists and separatists.
The incident at the temple sparked clashes between protesters and police, with video footage showing a police officer assaulting a protester.
The High Commission has expressed concern for the safety of Indian citizens, highlighting that despite requesting strong security measures, the consular camp was disrupted by violence.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, whose relationship with India is strained, condemned the violence. However, the incident comes amid ongoing diplomatic tensions, including allegations by Canada that India was involved in the 2023 killing of a Khalistani leader in Vancouver. India has firmly denied these accusations.
The attack on the temple is not an isolated incident. Last year, a Hindu temple in Windsor, Ontario, was defaced, and previous incidents in Brampton have seen temples targeted, leading to widespread calls for action from both Canadian and Indian officials.
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