The attack on the Indian Consulate in San Francisco (SF) by a group of pro-Khalistan protesters was condemned by Indian-American associations, community groups and prominent individuals who demanded immediate action against those responsible for it.
The US-India Business Council (USIBC) condemned the attack on the Consulate General of India in San Francisco and expressed solidarity with the Indian Ambassador Taranjit Singh Sandhu, Consul General TV Nagendra Prasad, and the staff at the Consulate in San Francisco.
Business Council conveyed “Violence and vandalism towards diplomatic facilities violates the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations and the shared values that underpin the U.S.-India partnership.”
In a statement, US-India Strategic Partnership (USISP) Forum promptly condemned the attack and called the local authorities to take necessary action against the culprits and those guilty of aiding and abetting the vandalism. The forum messaged “US and India are vibrant democracies and understand that the right to assemble peacefully and protest is sacrosanct. However, violence and vandalism will not be condoned or tolerated. Diplomats and consular staff deserve the same right to a secure and peaceful work environment, free from external harm and threats. We stand by the staff.”
Foundation for India and Indian Diaspora Studies (FIIDS) also condemned the attack on the Indian Consulate in San Francisco and expressed concern for law & order in San Francisco and asked to follow the Vienna convention to protect consulates.
Community leader Ajay Bhutoria strongly condemned the attack on the Indian Consulate in San Francisco and expressed his heartfelt solidarity with India. He said “This act of violence is an attack on the peace and harmony of our community. All members of our community unite and promote peace and harmony. Let us work together towards a world where all communities can live in peace and mutual respect. We must not let such incidents divide us or sow the seeds of hatred.”
Bay Area Telugu Association (BATA) and the Association of Indo-Americans (AIA) strongly condemned the attack on the San Francisco Consul General of India Office. In their statements, the associations voiced “Such acts of violence disrupt unity, peace & harmony. We stand in support of CGI SFO.”
In a statement, The United States strongly condemned the attack on the Indian consulate in San Francisco by a group of separatist Sikhs, terming it absolutely unacceptable.
A group of pro-Khalistan protesters on March 19, 2023, attacked and damaged the Indian Consulate in San Francisco. Raising pro-Khalistan slogans, they broke open the makeshift security barriers and installed two “Khalistani flags” inside the Consulate premises which were later removed by consulate officials, according to the reports.
