Fiji is a home of faiths and traditions, stronger together united by mutual respect and the government does not condone such action and will investigate the matter.
This has been highlighted by the Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka who says the recent act of sacrilege at the Vunicuicui Shiv Mandir in Labasa, where pages of the Holy Ramayan were torn, is sheer disrespect.
He says the Coalition Government stands for human rights, including the freedom of expression, the right to worship and the rule of law.
He further says when he met the Indian High Commissioner to Fiji, Suneet Metha, they discussed the incident and he informed him that the government will investigate the matter.
The Prime Minister says every place of worship or any other sacred space deserves to be respected and protected.
He says as Prime Minister, he wants to assure all Fijians that the government condemns these acts.
Rabuka says police are currently investigating the matter and those involved will face the full brunt of the law.
He calls on everyone to continue promoting peace, respect and unity for a safer and secure Fiji.
