Racist comments targeting Indians ‘shameful’ and cross the line, police looking into them: Shanmugam

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Racism in Singapore's Online Space":"Racist comments targeting Indians have been a growing concern, with the police now looking into them. Shanmugam, a Senior Minister, has called out these comments, emphasizing their 'shameful, nasty and totally unacceptable' nature. He believes that these comments should be dealt with rather than allowed to hide behind online anonymity.","

The Impact of Racism":"The minister notes that the recent flash floods in Nepal and Singapore Airlines' investment in Air India have led to racist comments. He highlights that these comments are not only offensive but also dangerous, as they can lead to a degradation of public discourse and social harmony. The minister also points out that these comments have originated and been fanned from overseas, despite Singapore's efforts to protect its multi-racial, multi-religious fabric.","

The Role of Political Leaders":"Shanmugam emphasizes the responsibility of political and community leaders in addressing racism. He argues that while Singaporeans are not immune to racism, political leaders should acknowledge the issue and work to prevent such comments from becoming part of the public discourse. He warns that if Singapore becomes divided along racial or religious lines, it will lose the unity that has made it strong."}