Brampton Priest Reinstated After Protest Allegations

Rajender Prasad, a Hindu temple priest in Brampton, Canada, has been reinstated after being cleared of allegations of 'violent rhetoric' following a November 3 protest involving demonstrators with Khalistani flags at a consular event. The Hindu Canadian Foundation accused Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown of damaging Prasad's reputation by making unsubstantiated claims on social media. Initially, the Hindu Sabha suspended Prasad based on preliminary inputs and without prior knowledge of his involvement, but he was reinstated after a comprehensive review. This incident has intensified the already strained diplomatic relations between Canada and India, further fueled by Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau's allegations concerning the killing of Khalistani extremist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The Hindu Sabha and community leaders emphasize the importance of unity and peaceful coexistence amidst these tensions.