The Ireland India Council believes there is an organised social media campaign against the Indian community in Ireland and the number of violent attacks has intensified since January this year.

Mr Higgins will be among world leaders and dignitaries to attend the funeral of Pope Francis this weekend. He will be accompanied by his wife, Sabina.

President Higgins suffered 'mild stroke' in February

In his Christmas and New Year message, President Michael D Higgins has called for people to show "solidarity" with refugees

Gary Gannon said he does not think Sabina Higgins' call for Ukraine and Russia to agree a peace deal are reflective of the Irish people's views.