Concerns Over Khalistani Elements in Canada
The Communist Party of India (Marxist) has expressed worries about anti-India Khalistani groups operating in Canada. They have urged the Indian government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to protect national interests and involve opposition parties in discussions.
Statement from CPI(M)
The CPI(M) released a statement highlighting the serious impact of these groups on national security. They emphasized the need for the government to have support from all political parties in India.
India-Canada Diplomatic Tensions
Relations between India and Canada have been strained since Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau claimed India’s involvement in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. India has rejected these allegations and expelled six Canadian diplomats after Canada expelled six Indian diplomats.
India’s Response
India has criticized Prime Minister Trudeau’s government for allowing extremists to threaten Indian diplomats and community leaders in Canada. The Indian government has called these actions unacceptable and part of a political agenda.
Doubts Revealed
Khalistani Elements -: Khalistani elements refer to a group of people who support the idea of creating a separate country called Khalistan for Sikhs, mainly in the Punjab region of India. Some of these supporters are considered extremists and are involved in activities against India.
CPI(M) -: CPI(M) stands for the Communist Party of India (Marxist), which is a political party in India. It follows the principles of communism and works towards the welfare of the working class and farmers.
Modi Government -: The Modi government refers to the current government of India led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which is a major political party in India.
Justin Trudeau -: Justin Trudeau is the Prime Minister of Canada. He is the leader of the Liberal Party of Canada and has been in office since 2015.
Hardeep Singh Nijjar -: Hardeep Singh Nijjar was a person who was considered a terrorist by India due to his involvement in activities supporting the Khalistan movement. He was killed, and this incident has caused tensions between India and Canada.
Expelled Canadian diplomats -: Expelling diplomats means that a country asks certain foreign diplomats to leave their country. India expelled Canadian diplomats as a response to the accusations made by Canada against India.
