Ireland condemns violent attacks on Indians, labels them ‘assault on equality and human dignity’

The Irish Embassy in New Delhi has strongly condemned recent violent attacks against Indian citizens in Ireland, calling them “an assault on the values of equality and human dignity that Ireland holds dear.” The statement came amid rising concerns over safety for the Indian community in the country.

The Irish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs will meet representatives of the Indian community in Ireland on August 11 to discuss the incidents and address their concerns. The Embassy said racism and xenophobia have no place in Irish society and stressed that “the actions of the few do not reflect the spirit of the Irish people and will not be tolerated.”

Highlighting the contribution of the Indian diaspora, the Embassy noted that over 100,000 Indians now live in Ireland and that the country’s society “is enriched by the diversity of people who live in Ireland, particularly our Indian community, whose contributions continue to deepen the bonds between our nations.”



According to the statement, the Embassy is in regular contact with the Indian mission in Dublin, while the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs remains in touch with An Garda Síochána, the national police service, regarding ongoing investigations.

Earlier, on August 1, the Indian Embassy in Ireland had issued an advisory urging Indian citizens to remain vigilant and take safety precautions following an increase in physical assaults against Indians.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has said Ireland is an important destination for Indian students, particularly those pursuing postgraduate, doctoral, and post-doctoral studies in engineering, technology, medicine, and management. Around 10,000 Indian students are currently enrolled in Irish institutions.