Despite this act, the procession continued. The woman who posted the video said that someone from a nearby building had thrown eggs at the crowd. She asked, “Why? Because faith makes noise? Because joy looked unfamiliar?” She added, “We didn’t stop. When Lord Jagannath is on the streets, no hate can shake us.”

The incident upset many, especially in India. Former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik reacted on social media. He said it deeply hurt the emotions of Lord Jagannath’s devotees, especially in Odisha, where the festival is very important. He also asked India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to strongly raise the issue with Canadian authorities.

On July 14, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that India had taken up the matter. He said the act was done by “mischievous elements” and called it “despicable.” He added that such actions go against the spirit of the Rath Yatra, which promotes unity and harmony. The Indian government has asked Canada to ensure that the people behind this are punished.

Growing Attacks on Hindu Temples in Canada

This is not the first time Hindus in Canada have been targeted. In recent months, several Hindu temples have been vandalised. Many of these attacks include anti-India and pro-Khalistan graffiti.

In April, the Laxmi Narayan Temple in Surrey, British Columbia, was defaced by Khalistani extremists. The Canadian Hindu Chamber of Commerce shared the video on X (formerly Twitter). They called the act “Hinduphobia” and condemned it strongly. The group asked Canadians to unite against such hate and said, “Silence is not an option.”

Just 20 days before that, the Sri Krishna Brundavana Temple in the Greater Toronto Area was also vandalised. Two men were caught on video walking out of a nearby pub and then damaging the temple sign.

These repeated attacks have left the Hindu community in Canada feeling unsafe. Many are now asking if the Canadian government is doing enough to protect religious minorities.

India has urged Canada to protect the rights and safety of Hindus living there. The community continues to hope for justice and action. As faith remains strong, so does the need for peace and respect in a multicultural country like Canada.