We raised serious concerns regarding hate-filled comments made by Mr. Kiran Sidhu, a realtor with Century 21 Leaders Realty. Mr. Sidhu’s comments on social media have been flagged as highly offensive and derogatory towards Hindus and Hinduism. This report details the nature of these comments, their impact on the community, and the actions taken by HFC to address this issue.

Nature of Comments

Mr. Kiran Sidhu made a disturbing post on Facebook, suggesting that Hindus would blindly consume a vaccine mixed with “cow piss” (referred to as “gau mootar”). This comment not only belittles the sacred status of cows in Hinduism but also portrays Hindus as irrational and blindly devoted. Such statements are not only deeply offensive but also propagate harmful stereotypes and incite division within the community.

Impact on the Community

These comments have caused significant distress within the Hindu community in Canada. With over 500,000 Hindus residing in the country, Mr. Sidhu’s remarks have been received as a direct attack on their beliefs and values. The comments reflect a disturbing trend of Hinduphobia and underscore the need for a response to ensure such behavior is addressed and does not go unchallenged.

Action Taken by Hindu Forum Canada

In response to Mr. Sidhu’s comments, Hindu Forum Canada has formally addressed the issue with Century 21 Leaders Realty. The organization highlighted several key points in their communication:

1. Legal and Ethical Concerns: The letter emphasizes that promoting hatred against any religious group violates civil and human rights laws. It is a serious offense that could have legal repercussions. The letter urges Century 21 Leaders Realty to take immediate action against Mr. Sidhu to prevent the company from becoming complicit in his hate-driven behavior.
2. Community Impact: HFC pointed out that Mr. Sidhu’s actions could lead to a boycott of Century 21 by the Hindu community, given their significant contribution to the company’s business. The organization stressed that it is in the best interest of Century 21 to address the issue to avoid alienating a substantial portion of its client base.
3. Call for Accountability: The letter requests that Century 21 Leaders Realty take swift action to reprimand Mr. Sidhu and require him to issue a formal apology. It also emphasizes the need for the company to demonstrate that it does not condone such behavior and is committed to upholding ethical standards.
4. Encouraging Dialogue: Hindu Forum Canada expressed a willingness to discuss the matter further and seek a satisfactory resolution before escalating it to legal authorities. They urged Century 21 to address the issue seriously and engage in a constructive dialogue to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Hindu Forum Canada has made it clear that Mr. Sidhu’s comments are unacceptable and require immediate action from Century 21 Leaders Realty. The organization has outlined the importance of addressing hate speech and maintaining ethical standards in business practices. HFC looks forward to a positive response from Century 21 and hopes for a resolution that upholds respect and mutual understanding within the community. The organization remains committed to advocating for justice and ensuring that such hate-driven behavior is not tolerated.