India Urges Canada to Address Khalistani Extremism Threat
Canada urged to act against ‘anti-India extremist elements’: MEA
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India's Ministry of External Affairs has called on Canada to take action against anti-India extremist elements, particularly Khalistani groups, following a Canadian intelligence report highlighting their national security threat. India emphasizes the need for Canada to address the glorification of violence and threats against Indian officials.
- 01India urges Canada to combat Khalistani extremism on its soil.
- 02The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) report identifies Khalistani groups as a national security threat.
- 03India rejects claims of interference in Canadian affairs, asserting respect for sovereignty.
- 04The MEA highlights misuse of democratic freedoms by extremist elements.
- 05India calls for addressing concerns through established diplomatic mechanisms.
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India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has urged Canada to take decisive action against anti-India extremist elements, particularly Khalistani groups, following a report from the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) that identifies these groups as a national security threat. The CSIS report, released recently, noted that Khalistani extremists based in Canada are involved in violent activities that pose risks not only to India but also to Canada. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized that India has consistently raised concerns regarding the glorification of violence, threats against Indian leaders, and vandalism of places of worship by these groups. He reiterated that India categorically rejects any accusations of foreign interference, asserting that it respects the sovereignty of other nations and that concerns should be addressed through established diplomatic channels. The MEA's call for action reflects ongoing tensions regarding the presence of Khalistani extremists in Canada.
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The ongoing presence of Khalistani extremists in Canada could affect diplomatic relations between India and Canada, potentially impacting Indian nationals and businesses in Canada.
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