India Day Parade Disrupted by Khalistan Protesters: Ripping Indian Flags in Protest
August 23, 2024In Toronto, the India Day Parade was disrupted by pro-Khalistan protesters, who caused chaos by tearing apart the Indian flag and chanting anti-Indian slogans. The event took place at Nathan Phillips Square.
The Khalistani protesters destroyed the Indian flag, turning the demonstration into a significant disturbance for Parade goers. This follows a similar incident in Surrey, BC, on India’s Independence Day, highlighting increasing tensions between pro-India and Khalistan supporters in Canada.
Security measures were heightened for the Toronto parade due to a planned counter-rally by Khalistani groups. The disturbance has raised alarms about the escalating conflict between these factions within Canada.
Social media footage captured the clash, showing Khalistani supporters shouting “go back to India” and aggressively attacking the Indian flag. The incident highlights the growing division and unrest between the pro-India and Khalistan supporters.
