New Delhi remains “deeply concerned” about the safety and security of Indian citizens in Canada, the MEA said in a statement.

The incident occurred amid an escalating diplomatic row between India and Canada.

“We condemn the acts of violence committed by extremists and separatists at the Hindu Sabha Temple in Brampton, Ontario, yesterday. We call on the Canadian government to ensure that all places of worship are protected from such attacks,” MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said. As I said in the statement.