Tensions continued throughout the night in Brampton, with Peel police in the region working to disperse crowds from the Hindu community protesting Sunday’s violent clashes between Khalistani supporters and worshipers at the Hindu Mahasabha temple. Anti-riot teams have been dispatched to the area. Police labeled the rally an “unlawful assembly” after reports surfaced that “weapons were seen in the crowd.”
Police have not made any arrests so far, but sources say videos from social media and footage collected by police are being scrutinized and some people will be charged with disorderly conduct. He argued that it was possible. It was also learned that police have increased security around several places of worship in Brampton and surrounding areas.
The initial protests, which began around 6pm, were peaceful, but tensions escalated late at night when a group of demonstrators gathered near the Marthong Gurdwara and raised slogans.
In a press release, the management of Shri Guru Singh Sabha in Malton claimed that “a mob of hundreds of anti-Sikh and pro-India miscreants tried to swarm the gurdwara with the intention of attacking” . Hindu leaders denied these allegations and maintained that the protests were peaceful and ended without incident.
Thousands took part in last night’s demonstration in Brampton, where protesters held Indian and saffron flags and chanted slogans against Khalistan militants and the Trudeau government, accusing it of ignoring the concerns of the Hindu community. did. Social media quickly became flooded with videos of large crowds and road closures, leading to traffic chaos. One video posted to X by a user named @truckdriverpleb showed people trying to stop a vehicle. The clip quickly garnered over 55,000 views. Another video posted by journalist Jagdeep Singh (@NyJagdeepsingh) showed organizers rallying pro-India protesters to a march that drew cheers.
Conservative candidate for Brampton East Geoff Rall clarified that the protests were organized by the Hindu community, not by temple management. Lal, who also runs the Bharat Mata Mandir on Goa Road, said the rally was peaceful and aimed at showing solidarity with the devotees affected by Sunday’s attack. He reported that about 10,000 people participated, starting with a short march to the Ebenezer/Gore Road intersection and returning around 6 p.m.
Lal condemned the attacks on temples as “totally unacceptable” and called for a ban on all protests near places of worship to protect their sanctity. He said he has sent a letter to Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown asking the city to pass an ordinance restricting protests at places of worship.
Lal further criticized political leaders for fomenting division, saying, “Hindus and Sikhs are not divided, but politicians are trying to drive a wedge for political gain.” did. He pointed to figures like Gurpatwant Singh Panun of Sikhs for Justice, who he claimed were pursuing personal goals from abroad. “Panun is sitting in the US asking Hindus to leave Canada. If you have concerns, you should come to Canadian soil and discuss them,” Lal said. He expressed disappointment that most political leaders, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, have avoided directly addressing the aggressive actions of Pannun and other Khalistan supporters.
Although the current situation remains calm, rising tensions are a reminder of the urgent need for Canada’s parliamentarians and community leaders to urgently address these divisions. By promoting dialogue and understanding between communities, we can work to uphold the ideals of peace, tolerance and inclusivity that are central to Canada’s identity.
