India opposes political space to extremism in Canada

In a firm response to recent developments in Canada, India has expressed strong disapproval of the Canadian Parliament's observing of a two-minute silence on the death anniversary of Sikh separatist and India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasised India's stance, stating, "We naturally oppose any moves giving political space to extremism and those advocating violence." This statement comes amidst growing concerns in India over what it perceives as Canada's tolerance of activities linked to Khalistani separatism."

Addressing the issue of Khalistani terrorism, Jaiswal reiterated India's longstanding concerns, remarking, "Time and again, we have said that Khalistani activities are a matter of serious concern for us. We have been repeatedly calling upon the government of Canada to take action.

Political space provided to extremist anti-India elements and those advocating violence must stop and they must take action." The MEA's stance was further solidified with regard to reports of Khalistani 'Citizen's Courts' operating in Canada.