MEA calls on U.S. to ensure safety, security of Indians after foiled Illinois temple attack
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has urged the U.S. government to ensure the safety of Indian nationals following a foiled mass shooting plot at a Hindu temple in Illinois. A 19-year-old suspect was arrested after his weapon failed to fire during the attempted attack.
Why it matters
The incident has sparked diplomatic concerns regarding the safety of minority religious communities and Indian citizens living in the United States.
MEA calls on U.S. to ensure safety, security of Indians after foiled Illinois temple attack left The front of Sri Venkateswara Swami (Balaji) Temple in Aurora, Illinois AP AP https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/8kvz2s/article71594328.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/Thwarted_Shooting_Illinois_49586.jpg Laura Bargfeld The front of Sri Venkateswara Swami (Balaji) Temple is seen in Aurora, Ill., Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Laura Bargfeld) MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the attempted mass shooting at a temple “highlights the increasing cases of hate crimes and racial discrimination against the Indian community in the United States” New Delhi Describing the alleged plot to carry out a mass shooting targeting a Hindu temple in Illinois as a matter of "deep concern" for New Delhi, India on Friday (October 16, 2026) called on the U.S. to ensure the safety, security and well-being of Indian nationals in that country.
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