Supporters of Palestine, during a protest in Brampton, Canada, vandalized and defaced a statue of Maharaja Ranjit Singh at a local square, sparking widespread outrage and anger. A video of the incident quickly circulated on social media, gaining viral attention.
Watch the video here:
Maharaja Ranjit Singh's statue defaced in Canada by Palestinian supporters | VIDEO
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.#PalestineWar #MaharajaRanjitSinghstatue pic.twitter.com/lnuXvBIWf3— Republic (@republic) September 28, 2024
Who is Maharaja Ranjit Singh?
Maharaja Ranjit Singh, known as the ‘Lion of Punjab,’ was a remarkable Sikh ruler who successfully defended Punjab from Afghan invasions. He founded the Sikh Empire in the early 19th century and was its first ruler. Despite losing vision in one eye due to smallpox during childhood, Ranjit Singh emerged as a formidable leader and military strategist, consolidating a vast Sikh empire, resisting Afghan forces, and challenging British expansion. His administration was inclusive, with Sikhs, Hindus, Muslims, and Europeans playing key roles.
Maharaja Ranjit Singh is deeply admired and respected in the country.