New Delhi, Jan. 4 -- India has strongly condemned the mob violence at Gurdwara Nankana Sahib in Pakistan on Friday evening and called upon the neighbouring country to take immediate steps to ensure the safety and security of the Sikh community there.

"India strongly condemns these wanton acts of destruction and desecration of the holy place. We call upon the Government of Pakistan to take immediate steps to ensure the safety, security, and welfare of the members of the Sikh community. Strong action must be taken against the miscreants who indulged in desecration of the holy Gurudwara and attacked members of the minority Sikh community. In addition, Government of Pakistan is enjoined to take all measures to protect and preserve the sancti...