For the first time, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said clearly that there are pro-Khalistani elements in Canada on November 7th (local time), emphasizing that these people “do not represent the Sikh community as a whole.” He spoke during the Diwali festivities on Parliament Hill in Ottawa.
Tensions between Canada and India were on the rise when the comment was made. Following false accusations against Indian agents, diplomats, and high-ranking officials, including Home Minister Amit Shah, of engaging in “criminal activities on Canadian soil” in connection with the June 2023 murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the two nations’ diplomatic ties soured.
In his statement, Trudeau said, “There are many supporters of Khalistan in Canada, but they do not represent the Sikh community as a whole.” This is a significant admission by the Canadian Prime Minister, as it can be viewed as a shift in Trudeau’s stance, possibly motivated by the political landscape, with General Elections not too far off in Canada. Furthermore, the backlash over recent violence and separatist activities may have put Trudeau on the back foot, forcing him to distance himself and his government from Khalistani elements.
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Source: One India
