Mon Oct 14 17:01:16 UTC 2024: ## India Recalls High Commissioner From Canada Amidst Tensions Over Khalistani Extremist Links
**New Delhi, India:** In a significant escalation of diplomatic tensions, India has recalled its High Commissioner to Canada, Sanjay Verma, over allegations of Canadian involvement in the murder of a Khalistani extremist, Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
The Indian government has vehemently denied any involvement of Verma or other Indian officials in the case, labeling the accusations as “baseless” and a part of a “political agenda.” In a statement, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated that the Canadian High Commissioner had also been summoned and informed that targeting Indian diplomats was “completely unacceptable.”
The MEA further expressed concerns about the safety of Indian diplomats in Canada, citing the “environment of extremism and violence” fostered by the Trudeau government. The statement highlighted a lack of trust in the Canadian government’s commitment to their safety, leading to the decision to recall Verma and other targeted officials.
The MEA also pointed to the Canadian government’s alleged support for extremist activities, claiming that the Trudeau government was “consistently promoting a pro-Khalistani agenda for narrow political gains.” The Indian government has warned of further actions against Canada’s support for extremism, violence, and separatism.
This diplomatic rift follows the allegations of Indian involvement in Nijjar’s murder, which Canada has yet to substantiate. The situation highlights a growing concern regarding the influence of Khalistani extremists in Canada, particularly in the context of the upcoming Indian elections.
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