Sikh Police officer suspended in connection with attack on a Hindu temple in Canada

The Sikh officer had waved the Khalistani flag

Ottawa (Canada) – A Police officer named Harinder Sohi, who participated in demonstrations staged by Khalistani supporters outside the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, Canada, has been suspended. Harinder Sohi is an officer with the Peel Regional Police force and was seen waving a Khalistani flag outside the temple.

Sergeant Harinder Sohi, a Peel Regional Police officer, suspended after global outrage, for participating with pro-Khalistani groups that attacked the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, Canada.#CanadianTerrorists #CanadaTempleAttack pic.twitter.com/MCY9dQaD0g https://t.co/kj0ol4ArI3

— Sanatan Prabhat (@SanatanPrabhat) November 5, 2024

In this context, Peel Police spokesperson Richard Chin stated that footage related to the violence outside the temple is being circulated on social media. Harinder Sohi is seen participating in the demonstrations. The investigations are going on in this matter. So far, three individuals have been charged in connection with the attack on Indian diplomats outside the Hindu temple.

Police Chief Nishan Duraiappah mentioned that they had prior knowledge of the attack. (If they had prior knowledge, why weren’t efforts made to prevent the attack ? – Editor). He emphasised that everyone has the right to express their views, but any form of violence or criminal activity will not be tolerated. Those involved in the violence will be arrested and punished.

The Police have identified three suspects related to this attack: Dilpreet Singh Bounds from Mississauga, Vikas from Brampton, and Amritpal Singh. Another individual was arrested on an old warrant and later released.

Canada is used to making allegations without evidence : EAM Dr Jaishankar

While on a tour of Australia, Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar expressed concern over the attack on the temple in Canada.

Addressing the press alongside FM @SenatorWong in Canberra today.

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— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) November 5, 2024

He said, “Prime Minister Modi has also expressed concern over the issue. Spying on Indian diplomats in Canada will not be tolerated. Canada has developed a habit of making baseless accusations without any evidence.”

Editorial Perspective

The fact that supporters of Khalistan are present in the Canadian Police force, and they allow Khalistanis to act freely against Hindus rather than taking action against them, has become evident through this incident.