Canadian journalist Daniel Bordman has alleged that the Lakshmi Narayan temple in Surrey, British Columbia, was vandalized for the third time on Sunday night, with pro-Khalistan graffiti defacing the walls and reports of stolen security equipment. Bordman, who visited the site, expressed concern over the handling of the situation, stating that the vandalism had been covered up before police arrived, and security cameras were reportedly stolen.
Bordman described his visit to the temple and stated, “I saw when I got there that the vandalism had already been covered up, there were still some broken glasses… there were videos taken in the morning saying Khalistan was behind it.” He also mentioned speaking with devotees and management, who were upset about the situation. According to Bordman, two individuals posted graffiti on the temple walls and stole a security camera at around 3 am. Temple management reportedly removed the graffiti before police could assess the scene, raising concerns among locals about proper procedures.
The incident has sparked a strong reaction from Canadian MP Chandra Arya, who urged Hindu and Sikh communities to act urgently against the growing influence of Khalistani extremism. Arya shared his concerns on X, writing, “The attacks on Hindu temples that began several years ago continue unabated today… this latest graffiti on the Hindu temple is yet another chilling reminder of the growing influence of Khalistani extremism.” He also referenced the vandalism of the Sikh Gurudwara in Vancouver, where pro-Khalistan graffiti was also found.
Arya called for joint action from the Hindu-Canadian and Sikh-Canadian communities, urging them to demand immediate action from authorities. “Silence is no longer an option,” he added.
Meanwhile, the Vancouver Police Department is investigating the vandalism at the Khalsa Diwan Society (KDS) gurdwara, also known as the Ross Street gurdwara. In a press release, the Khalsa Diwan Society condemned the act, describing it as a deliberate attempt to spread fear and division within the community. They stated that the actions of a few extremists were undermining the hard work of their elders, who helped build a thriving community in a country that celebrates diversity and freedom.
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