Canada Police Warn Against Hate Ahead of Khalistan Rallies at Temples
Ahead of ‘Khalistan Zindabad’ rallies outside temples, Canada Police issues warning: ‘Hate has no place here’
Hindustan Times
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As Khalistan Zindabad rallies, organized by the secessionist group Sikhs for Justice, are planned outside two temples in Canada, law enforcement has issued a warning against unlawful acts. Police are working with organizers to ensure safety, while one temple has secured a court order to prevent demonstrators from gathering nearby.
- 01Khalistan Zindabad rallies are planned outside two temples in Canada.
- 02Peel Regional Police emphasizes that unlawful acts will not be tolerated.
- 03A court order prohibits protests within 100 meters of the Lakshmi Narayan Mandir in Surrey.
- 04Over 30 Hindu temples and civil groups have called for police protection during the rallies.
- 05The situation arises after previous violent incidents at temples linked to pro-Khalistan protests.
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Khalistan Zindabad rallies, organized by the secessionist group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), are set to take place outside the Triveni Mandir in Brampton, Ontario, and the Lakshmi Narayan Mandir in Surrey, British Columbia. In response, Peel Regional Police (PRP) have issued a warning stating that unlawful acts and criminal behavior will not be tolerated, emphasizing that 'hate has no place here.' The police support lawful assembly and are collaborating with organizers to ensure public safety during the demonstrations. The management of the Lakshmi Narayan Mandir has obtained a court order prohibiting any gathering within 100 meters of the temple premises. This follows a municipal bylaw in Brampton that restricts protests near places of worship. The situation is heightened by previous incidents, including a violent invasion of the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton in November 2024. Community leaders express concern over the potential for anxiety among worshippers, while SFJ claims its rallies are within constitutional rights. Over 30 Hindu temples and civil groups have urged police to ensure a safe environment, highlighting that temples should remain spaces for peace and reflection, not political intimidation.
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The police presence and legal restrictions aim to ensure the safety of worshippers and maintain peace during the rallies, addressing community concerns about potential intimidation.
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