India Challenges Trudeau's Claims: Demand for Action on Khalistani Threats
India warns Canada that PM Trudeau cannot make unproven claims against Modi regarding Nijjar's murder without evidence, urging action against Khalistani activities.
This meeting took place following an incident at the ASEAN summit on October 11, where Trudeau approached Modi.
India has firmly asserted that Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau cannot make serious accusations against the Modi government regarding the murder of terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar without providing concrete evidence.
This stance was communicated to senior Canadian security officials and diplomats during a recent meeting held in a third country.
The Indian government pointed out discrepancies between Trudeau's allegations and the ongoing investigation by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), which continues to look into the murder of Nijjar, a member of the Khalistan Tiger Force, on June 18, 2023.
India stressed that it is unlawful to issue political directives to investigative agencies, emphasising the importance of maintaining the integrity of the investigation.
This meeting took place following an incident at the ASEAN summit on October 11, where Trudeau approached Modi.
While Trudeau's media suggested a brief exchange occurred, sources indicate that Modi told him it was "not the time and place" for such discussions.
There was reportedly no handshake, highlighting the tensions between the two leaders.
Trudeau's government has not presented any evidence to support its claims made in Parliament on September 18, 2023.
The RCMP, currently under pressure from Trudeau's administration, stated that it is still investigating but has arrested four individuals in connection with Nijjar's murder, indicating potential gang-related motives.
Senior Indian officials noted that since India has nothing to hide, it is the Trudeau government that must justify its allegations against India.
The meeting involved key security and diplomatic figures, including Canadian National Security Advisor Nathalie G. Drouin and Deputy Foreign Minister David Morrison.
As the Trudeau government faces challenges before the Finance Bill in February 2025, analysts think he may keep targeting India to please his pro-Khalistani supporters.
The Modi government has stated that improving relations with Canada depends on taking real action against anti-India Khalistani activities happening in Canada.
