Extremist Khalistani groups are reportedly using Canada as a base to promote their agenda and create tensions with India, as per a recent report. The report suggests that Ottawa needs to take action to prevent such activities, which other countries would not tolerate on their soil. The referendum organized by the Sikhs for Justice terror group in Ottawa during a meeting between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is highlighted as a concerning development.
The report points out that a significant number of Canadian Sikhs, over 53,000 from various provinces, participated in the Khalistan Referendum in Ottawa. While acknowledging the positive contributions of the Sikh community to Canadian society, it also raises concerns about a vocal segment supporting the Khalistani cause. This support has strained relations with India, which perceives it as a threat to its sovereignty.
It is emphasized in the report that Canadian security agencies should address extremist elements within the Sikh community while safeguarding the rights of Sikhs as a whole. The need to combat prejudice and discrimination against Sikhs, who already face challenges due to their religious practices, is underscored. The report calls for collaboration between Sikh groups and Canadian authorities to isolate extremists and prevent collective punishment.
The report further suggests that Canada should impose stricter requirements on citizenship, expecting new citizens to renounce past animosities. It advocates for a proactive approach by politicians and security agencies to prevent any group, not just Sikh extremists, from using Canada as a platform to disrupt national security or foreign relations. The overarching goal is to safeguard Canadian interests and prevent external conflicts from being promoted on Canadian soil.
