Sikh and Hindu leaders take steps to restore calm in Brampton between battling factions [Video]

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Leaders from both the Hindu and Sikh communities are urging calm and condemning the violence that has broken out in Brampton in recent days.

At the Hindu Sabha Mandir, where violence first erupted on Sunday, the president of the temple has suspended a priest for his subsequent controversial rhetoric following the incident.

“We expect our religious leaders to remain apolitical and focused on spiritual guidance,” said Madhusudan Lama in a released statement.

As well, the Ontario Sikhs and Gurdwara Council (OSGC), an umbrella group for Sikh organizations, have condemned the tactics used by protestors that led to the attack at the temple.

“OSGC strongly condemn the incident of violence outside the the Hindu Sabha Mandir on The Gore Rd. in Brampton. Violence and intimidation have no place in our community where peace, unity and mutual respect are the values we hold near and dear. Places of worship should remain sacred …