Take action against violent anti-India extremists, India urges Canada

India has strongly reiterated its call for Canada to decisively act against extremist elements that leverage Canadian territory to promote anti-India sentiments and activities. The recent annual report by the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS), which flags Khalistani extremists as a national security threat, validates India's long-standing concerns. New Delhi has consistently highlighted the dangers posed by these groups, including their glorification of violence, threats against Indian diplomats, and attempts to foment secessionism through unauthorized referendums.

India's External Affairs Ministry spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, emphasized that Canada has been used as a "safe haven" by such elements. He pointed out that the CSIS report itself acknowledges the presence of Khalistan movement supporters in Canada and their continued threat not only to India but also to Canada. It is deeply concerning that these groups exploit democratic freedoms to fund and promote extremist ideologies and violent activities.

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India has repeatedly urged the Canadian government to take effective action against anti-India extremist elements operating from its soil. This includes addressing the issue of glorification of violence, threats against Indian leaders and diplomats, vandalism of places of worship, and attempts to promote secessionism through so-called ‘referendums’.

Furthermore, India has unequivocally rejected the CSIS report's imputation that India is among the "main perpetrators of foreign interference and espionage against Canada." India maintains its adherence to international norms and respect for national sovereignty, stating that it is not its policy to interfere in other countries' affairs. Such baseless accusations, particularly when India is seeking to mend bilateral ties, are counterproductive. The focus should remain on addressing the genuine threat posed by extremist groups operating from Canadian soil, rather than diverting attention with unsubstantiated claims.

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India is a democracy that adheres to international norms and respects the sovereignty of other nations. It is not our policy to interfere in issues of other countries. We believe that any concerns of this nature should be addressed through established mechanisms, rather than through public or politicised narrat