India Engages Canada’s New Government, Flags Pro-Khalistan Activities

India has resumed diplomatic engagement with Canada following the formation of a new government in Ottawa, while reiterating its concerns about extremist elements receiving political legitimacy in Canada.

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At the weekly MEA briefing, Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spoke with his Canadian counterpart in the first formal interaction since the new administration took office. 

However, India expressed concern over a recent event in British Columbia where pro-Khalistan individuals, including those with known extremist links, were invited and celebrated.

“Our position has been very consistent — we have conveyed our security concerns to the Canadian side and urged them not to give any political space to extremist elements,” Jaiswal stated.

The MEA emphasized that such actions undermine bilateral ties and urged Canada to act against individuals advocating violence and secession.