After the attack on a Hindu temple by Khalistani separatists in Canada, a large number of Hindu community people took to the streets to protest. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who was on a strategy to strengthen the vote bank of the Sikh community by supporting pro-Khalistan elements, is now at the center of criticism. After the attack on the temple, the Hindu society in Canada demonstrated with tricolor and saffron flags on the streets of Brampton, showing solidarity. This incident has raised concerns about the safety of the Hindu community not only in Canada but also internationally.
This demonstration was organized under the banner of Canadian National Council of Hindus (CoHNA) in Canada. A day earlier, various Hindu organizations of Canada had held a meeting, in which it was decided that until the Justin Trudeau government apologizes and takes strict action against the culprits, the activities of any political party will be banned in Hindu temples. Under this ban, entry will be allowed in temples only for religious purposes. CoHNA also shared information about the rally on its X (formerly Twitter) handle, in which it called upon Canadian Hindu immigrants to unite and stand up to protect their rights.
Appeal to stop Hinduphobia
CoHNA highlighted the increasing attacks on Hindu temples in Canada in recent days and appealed to the government to stop Hinduphobia. He wrote in the post, “On the holy weekend of Diwali, Hindu temples in Canada were attacked, in which more than a thousand Canadian Hindus have gathered in Brampton.” CoHNA strongly condemned such attacks and appealed to the Canadian administration to stop the growing Hinduphobia. The protesters said that this solidarity rally has been organized with the aim of putting pressure on Canadian politicians and law agencies, so that they stop supporting Khalistanis and ensure the safety of the Hindu community.
Unity of Hindu society in Canada and demand for security
This demonstration reflects the solidarity of the Hindu community not only in Canada but globally. Canadian Hindu organizations and communities are becoming empowered to protect their safety, the sanctity of religious places and their rights in society.