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Canadian leaders also voiced their disapproval. Opposition leader Pierre Poilievre called the attack “completely unacceptable,” while Canadian MP Chandra Arya stated that a “red line has been crossed” by extremists, pointing to rising violent extremism in Canada
In the wake of a recent attack on a Hindu temple in Brampton, Canada, Swami Chidanand Saraswati, President of Parmarth Niketan Ashram, has urged Indians living abroad to stay connected to their homeland, or matrubhumi. Responding to the incident, Swami Saraswati emphasized the need to counter what he called a “polluted mindset” that fuels violence against places of worship, aninews.in reported.
The attack, carried out by a group waving pro-Khalistani flags, took place at the Hindu Sabha Mandir on Gore Road, sparking widespread condemnation from Indian and Canadian officials.
Reflecting on the motivations behind such violence, Swami Saraswati stated, “The root of such acts lies in a corrupted mindset. When a person’s thoughts are clouded, they resort to various forms of terror, whether physical, financial, or ideological.” He referenced Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s slogan, “One Earth, One Family, One Future,” as a message for unity in a time when divisive narratives are on the rise. He added, “India’s culture is built on connecting people, not breaking them apart. We must eliminate such violent thinking, as these actions harm our own communities.” Swami Saraswati called on Indians abroad not to forget their heritage, stressing that staying grounded in one’s roots can foster global harmony.
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These condemnations highlight the concern shared by both nations over threats to religious harmony and the security of Indian nationals in Canada
India’s Ministry of External Affairs condemned the violent disruption of an Indian consular camp at the Hindu Sabha Temple. The incident drew a strong statement from Randhir Jaiswal, the Official Spokesperson, who urged the Canadian government to protect all places of worship and prosecute those involved. “The safety of Indian nationals remains our priority,” Jaiswal noted, affirming that such intimidation would not deter consular outreach.
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