Indian Diaspora Against Hate demands safety of Indian-American community

As many 44 Indian-American organisations under the banner of Indian Diaspora Against Hate called on all civic officials, federal, state and local law enforcement to ensure the safety of Indian-American community.

Condemning the repeated attacks and instances of vandalism at various Indian institutions and the recent attacks on Indian diplomatic missions in San Francisco, London, and Brisbane, the organisations said the attacks have left the community in a state of shock and fear.

Several eminent Indian-Americans and organisations from diverse backgrounds across the country issued a signed letter condemning the violent attacks and demanded measures for the safety of Indian-American community.

Last month, a group of pro-Khalistan protesters attacked and damaged the Indian Consulate in San Francisco, prompting sharp condemnation from Indian-Americans who demanded immediate action against those responsible for it.

A group of protesters carrying pro-Khalistan flags and banners in support of Amritpal Singh gathered at the Parliament Square in London last month.

Representing Indian Americans from various cities and geographical locations, the organisations and community members urged citizens to be cautious of hate groups and report them to the administration.

They have also urged the Department of Homeland Security and Department of Justice to monitor extremists’ activities, prevent hateful attacks and take decisive action against these perpetrators of hate.

The letter welcomed the statement of the State Department condemning the attack against the Indian Consulate at San Francisco.

It also welcomes the statement of Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, rejecting hatred and attacks on Hindu temples. It said that the community is concerned that the failure to check the violence by people who are motivated to disrupt peace and create a condition of fear is only encouraging an escalation in aggression.