New Delhi, July 14 -- India today strongly took up with Canada the issue of eggs being hurled at a Rath Yatra procession in Toronto, and asked that the perpetrators be held accountable.
The MEA spokesperson in a statement also said India hopes that necessary action is taken to protect the religious rights of people.
Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, in a statement, said:
"We have seen reports regarding disruption created by mischievous elements during the Rath Yatra procession in Toronto.
"Such despicable acts are regrettable and are against the spirit of the festival, which seeks to promote unity, inclusivity, and social harmony.
"We have strongly taken up the matter with Canadian authorities to hold the perp...