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Thursday, 30 November 2023
शीख अतिरेकी पन्नूला मारण्याचा भारताचा प्रयत्न अमेरिकेच्या आरोप पण हे सगळे आरोप आता का केले जात आहेत
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Friday, 29 September 2023
India talks tough-Sends out stern message to Canada and its allies
AMID a diplomatic fracas with Canada over the killing of pro-Khalistan terror accused Hardeep Singh Nijjar, India has exhorted the UN member states not to allow ‘political convenience’ to determine responses to terrorism, extremism and violence. Addressing the 78th UN General Assembly session in New York, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar didn’t mince words when he stated that respect for territorial integrity and non-interference in internal affairs of countries could not be ‘exercises in cherry-picking’. In a reaffirmation of India’s fiercely independent foreign policy, Jaishankar said the days when a few nations set the agenda and expected others to fall in line are over.
It is
laudable that India has held its ground despite being in the crosshairs of the
Five Eyes — the intelligence-sharing alliance between Australia, Canada, New
Zealand, the UK and the US — with regard to the Nijjar case. During a
discussion at the Council on Foreign Relations after his UN address, Jaishankar
said New Delhi had conveyed to Ottawa that it was open to looking at ‘specific’
and ‘relevant’ information concerning the case. With regard to Canadian Prime
Minister Justin Trudeau’s allegation that agents of the Indian Government were
linked to the June 18 murder, he clarified that it was not India’s policy to
indulge in such activities.
This
tough stand should make Canada and its allies realise that India is no longer a
country beholden to the West. New Delhi has rightly put the onus on Ottawa to
first set its own house in order before pointing a finger at other nations. In
recent years, the Maple Country has witnessed many incidents of organised crime
related to secessionism and extremism, but not much has been done to rein in
anti-India elements. India-Canada cooperation can make headway only if the
latter stops hosting terrorists while claiming the moral high ground
Sunday, 24 September 2023
IS CANADA INDIA'S NEWEST ENEMY- Gen NITIN P GADKARI PART 2
Is the Timing of the Announcement Significant?
In this part, the article looks at which of the two countries lost more due to this fresh diplomatic and political standoff. Justin Trudeau is slipping in the popularity ratings back home. His nearest rival, the CPC (Conservative Party of Canada), has taken the lead. As per the latest ratings, more Canadians favour a majority conservative party rule instead of a liberal minority in coalition with the NDP. The conservative party leader Pierre Poilievre is a more popular Prime Ministerial candidate than Justin Trudeau (32 to 17%). All the above is before the current India backlash by the liberals in the Canadian parliament. Would Trudeau lift his sagging image by 'Witch Hunting' is anyone's guess? Yet it seems unlikely that his latest theatrics will impress the voters, as it lacks support at home and abroad. Most Op-Eds (Opinion Editorials) in Canada are critical of Trudeau for levying such severe charges without concrete proof, which he has not shared in the open.
The aspect which matters most for the Canadians is their sagging economy. The trade figures between India and Canada seem to have an even balance between exports and imports. In 2022, the bilateral between the two countries stood at 8 billion US dollars, with both Imports and Exports at roughly 4 billion US dollars. What was on offing would trouble Canada more than it would bother India. A bilateral Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) was in the offing, and discussions have continued since 2022. The CEPA was expected to bring a GDP gain of up to 5.9 billion dollars US to Canada by 2035. Earlier this month, the CEPA was put on hold due to the freeze in Indo-Canadian relations. While India is a sought-after partner for free trade deals by most European and South Asian countries, Canada is still juggling the pandemic's after-effects. 600 Canadian companies have invested in India as against India's 30. Canadian pension funds have a cumulative investment of 55 billion US dollars in the Indian markets with a plan to up it to 300 billion. Canada stands to lose substantially by the deferment of the CEPA.
The travel advisory by the Indian government to students and tourists not to travel to Canada in light of the anti-India sentiments existing in some parts of the country, like Brampton, Ontario, would further dampen Canada's revenues. Since the matter is still to peak, it would take a while before the correct estimates of numbers in terms of loss or gain are made public. It might appear on the face of it that Canada stands to lose more even if it makes short-term gains in politics. Fortunately, there are no military fallouts of this feud.
Prognosis
It is hard to see the current standoff letting up in the near future. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has staked his political career on his anti-India tirades. Such a big gamble must have some basis in the liberal party's future schemes. That he has political compulsions of siding with the pro-Khalistan party, the NDP, to stay in power is a known fact. But would a leader stake the future of his party for the sake of a four-year term is the conjecture that political pundits have to ponder. On the side of the Government of India, it can be stated that parties opposed to the ruling BJP alliance, despite their vast differences, have supported the government in fighting the Canadian government's allegations. Congress has supported it, and so has the ruling party in Punjab: the Aam Adami party. Congress had no choice as the Khalistan support in Canada was first raised by Mrs Indira Gandhi to the then Prime Minister of Canada, Mr Pierre Trudeau, the father of Justin Trudeau. Rajiv Gandhi's government bore the aftermath of the Kanishka bombing. Experts believe India has been soft on Canada in denouncing its pro-liberal policies favouring the Khalistanis. The latest freeze in relations would give ample opportunity for India to throw all it has got against the Khalistan interests in Canada, India, and Pakistan. It's unlikely that the Modi government would exonerate the liberal party and their Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, in a hurry. Canada would have to think hard about where it stands vis-a-vis India if any amends are to be made. And if that means voting out Justin Trudeau and his party out of power, then it would be a good beginning
IS CANADA INDIA'S NEWEST ENEMY- Gen NITIN P GADKARI PART 1
The Indo-Canada feud was known to most people. While it was known that the relations were on a cold track, the allegations by Justin Trudeau in the Canadian parliament against the Indian government have come as a jolt. What would be the after-effects, and where would India-Canada ties go from here? This piece tries to analyse and answer some questions. It would take a long time before the long-term impact of the crisis is well understood. I hope, for the time being, some questions have been answered. Happy reading.
IS CANADA INDIA'S NEWEST ENEMY
Hollywood movies have been the best barometer to understand America's shifting enemy number one. Depiction of the villain's nationality and business interests were symbolic of US foreign policy concerns. From World War II to the Mission Impossible series, Hollywood showcased villains in ways that would be hard for foreign policy mandarins to portray. A somewhat similar trend is seen in Bollywood movies, too. Would the next Bollywood movie villain be a Canadian? That possibility seems bright in the aftermath of Justin Trudeau's unsubstantiated allegations in the Canadian parliament against India, accusing the Indian government of having a hand in killing a Canadian citizen, Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Justin Trudeau, a Canadian citizen, was declared a terrorist by India in 2020. A man known for violent terrorist acts in India, the Indian government had submitted an extradition request. Najjar was gunned down earlier this year in June 2023 near a Sikh temple in Surrey in the British Columbia Province of Canada by two unidentified bike-borne assailants. India has called these allegations absurd. By stating unproven allegations in the nation's parliament, Justin Trudeau has raised the banner of a political and diplomatic offensive against India.
Historical Perspective
The turbulent period of the eighties saw a large influx of the Sikh population migrating to Canada under the pretext of persecution by the Indian government. They were pro-Khalistan and Bhindranwle supporters escaping the law after Operation Blue Star. Canadian government proved to be a tacit supporter of these people, who organised into a pro-Khalistan group under the leadership of Sikh leaders like Talwinder Singh Parmar, who was in cahoots with Jagjit Singh Chohan, the self-styled leader of Khalistan operating from London. Under Parmar's leadership, Air India Flight 182 of Kanishka was bombed from Toronto to London. 329 people died, making it the worst aviation tragedy in mid-air until 9/11. Canada botched up the investigation, and despite the plethora of evidence and a commission finding, only one man was convicted of manslaughter, and all he got was fifteen years imprisonment.
The above narrative proves the history of Canada in turning a blind eye to the proliferating pro-Khalistan elements on its soil. The neglect became a compulsion. As Sikhs became more prosperous, their political ambitions and pro-Khalistan roots surfaced more prominent than ever before. They took seats in the Canadian parliament and, since the 2021 general elections, became coalition partners with Justin Trudeau's liberal party. The Liberal Party was ten short of the majority in a 338-seat parliament. They took the support of the NDP (New Democratic Party) led by the Pro Khalistan Sikh leader Jagmeet Singh. The NDP had secured 25 seats. The main opposition to the Liberal Party comes from the conservative party, which could secure only 119 seats, and Bloc Quebecois, who got 32 seats. Given this equation, Jagmeet Singh's NDP became the kingmaker and now calls the shots in charting Justin Trudeau's India policy.
The answer to this question lies in the politics of Justin Trudeau and his party. For long, the liberals have been hobnobbing with the Khalistani elements in Canada. They are prosperous and added to the vote bank, and party funds resonated with the political parties. However, their understanding of its ramifications in India was poorly understood or, at best, ignored. The Indian governments, cutting across party lines, had been requesting the Canadian governments to reign in the separatist elements who had taken shelter in Canada. In 2015, a lookout notice was sent to the Canadian government on Hardeep Sing Nijjar, the terrorist at the centre of the controversy over his extradition to India. The Canadian government was conspicuous by its inaction to the Indian government's request. The final nail in the coffin was when, in 2017, Justin Trudeau, as the prime minister of Canada, attended a Sikh parade in Toronto which voiced a cessation from India by displaying Khalistan flags and photos of Bhindranwale, the separatist militant leader killed in Operation Blue Star, in 1984. India sent a strong demarche to the Canadian high commissioner in New Delhi, condemning the presence of their prime minister at such an event, which openly advocated for separatism in India. Justin Trudeau's India stance was thus clear; he refused to act against Canada's free speech and demonstrations tradition. He, therefore, was on the foreign ministry sights for a diplomatic snub. His 2018 state visit to India was exactly that: A Great Snub. His week-long visit saw the Canadian prime minister shuttling across the length and breadth of the nation in a photo op without meeting any senior government functionary. Suppose the recent utterings in his parliament have their origins in that state tour, then it won't come as a surprise to Canada watchers.
The freeze that started in 2018 between the two nations peaked in the recent G 20 visit. It was known before the meeting that relations with Canada were going only one way: South, thanks to their undeterred support of the Khalistan faction at home. Posters had appeared on the streets threatening Indian diplomats with dire consequences, meaning death threats. A tableau called a 'Float' in Canada was taken out in a referendum parade by Khalistan Supporters eulogising the brutal killing of Mrs Indira Gandhi by her Sikh bodyguard in June this year. India condemned the entire proceedings and took up this matter with the Canadian government and their high commission in India but to no avail. It was then clear that the Justin Trudeau government was out of its depth to take any concrete action against the pro-Khalistan elements in Canada. Hence, the future was known to be bleak. What followed in the G20 and the aftermath was a foregone conclusion. Is Justin Trudeau justified in doing what he did? It would depend upon which side one is on. From an Indian perspective, he is out of political depth to start such a political misadventure, which could bury him politically at home and abroad.
Thursday, 21 September 2023
कॅनडाचे नागरिकत्व मिळवण्याकरता खालिस्तानी दहशतवादाचा वापर एक रामबाण उपाय...
हरदीपसिंग
निज्जर ते अर्शदीप, एनआयएने पंजाबमधील टोळ्यांवर कशी कारवाई केली?
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जुलै २०२० रोजी भारत सरकारने खलिस्तान टायगर फोर्स (केटीएफ) या संघटनेविरोधात कठोर
कारवाई केली.
September 22,
कॅनडाचे
पंतप्रधान जस्टिन ट्रुडेओ यांनी खलिस्तानी दहशतवादी हरदीपसिंग निज्जर याच्या हत्येमागे भारतीय गुप्तचर यंत्रणेचा हात असल्याचा आरोप केला आहे. भारताने हे सर्व आरोप
फेटाळले आहेत. जस्टिन यांच्या या विधानानंतर आता
भारत आणि कॅनडा यांच्यात तणावाचे संबंध निर्माण झाले आहेत. याच पार्श्वभूमीवर हरदीपसिंग निज्जर कोण होता? कॅनडात राहून भारतविरोधी करावाया करणाऱ्या, खलिस्तान चळवळ पुनरुज्जीवित करण्यासाठी पंजाबमधील तरुणांना उद्युक्त करणाऱ्या दहशतवादी संघटनांवर भारताने कशी कारवाई केली? अशा संघटना चालवणाऱ्या निज्जर तसेच इतरांवर काय आरोप आहेत? हे जाणून घेऊ
या….
खलिस्तान
टायगर फोर्स दहशतवादी संघटना म्हणून घोषित
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जुलै २०२० रोजी भारत सरकारने खलिस्तान टायगर फोर्स (केटीएफ) या संघटनेविरोधात कठोर
कारवाई केली. भारत सरकारने या संघटनेचा हर्षदीपसिंग
निज्जर याच्यासह अन्य आठ जणांना दहशतवादी
म्हणून घोषित केले. परदेशात राहून भारतविरोधी कारवाया करणे, परदेशातून पंजाबमधील शीख तरुणांना अतिरेकी गटात सामील होण्यास प्रवृत्त करणे या आरोपांखाली भारताने
ही कारवाई केली. यातील निज्जर याचा चालू वर्षातील जून महिन्यात गोळ्या घालून खून करण्यात आला. याच वर्षाच्या फेब्रुवारी महिन्यात भारत सरकारने केटीएफ या संघटनेलादेखील दहशतवादी
संघटना म्हणून घोषित केले. यूएपीए कायद्याअंतर्गत सरकारने ही कारवाई केली.
परराष्ट्र
मंत्रालयाची भूमिका काय?
हा
निर्णय घेताना परराष्ट्र मंत्रालयाने खलिस्तान टायगर फोर्स ही संघटना दहशतवादी
पृवत्तीला प्रोत्साहन देते, असे म्हटले होते. “ही एक दहशतवादी
संघटना आहे. पंजाबमध्ये दहशतवादाचे पुनरूज्जीवन करण्याचा या संघटनेचा उद्देश
आहे. ही संघटना भारताची
प्रदेशिक अखंडता, एकता, राष्ट्रीय सुरक्षा, सार्वभौमत्व याला आव्हान देत आहे. तसेच ही संघटना दहशतवादी
कृत्यांना प्रोत्साहन देत आहे. पंजाबमध्ये ही संघटना लोकांची
हत्या करण्यास प्रोत्साहित करते,” असे परराष्ट्र मंत्रालयाने म्हटले होते.
वेगवेगळ्या
संघटनांकडून खलिस्तान चळवळीला प्रोत्साहन
निज्जर
याच्यासह अन्य आठ जणांना भारताने
दहशतवादी घोषित केलेले आहे. हे सर्वजण वेगवेगळ्या
संघटनात कार्यरत असून त्यांनी पंजाबमधील असंतोषाला चालना देण्याचे काम केलेले आहे. अमेरिकेत असलेला ‘शिख्स फॉर जस्टीस’ या बंदी घातलेल्या
संघटनेचा सदस्य गुरपतवंत सिंग पन्नू, पाकिस्तानमधील ‘बब्बर खालसा इंटरनॅशनल’ या दहशतवादी संघटनेचा
वधवासिंग बब्बर, ‘इंटरनॅशनल शीख युथ फेडरेशन’ ही संघटना चालवणारा
लखबीरसिंह रोडे, पाकिस्तानमधील ‘खलिस्तान झिंदाबाद फोर्स’ या संघटनेचा प्रमुख
रणजितसिंग, ‘खलिस्तान कमांडो फोर्स’ संघटनेचा प्रमुख परमजितसिंग, जर्मनीतील ‘खलिस्तान झिंदाबाद फोर्स’ संघटनेचा सदस्य भूपंदरसिंग भिंडा, याच संघटनेशी संबंधित असलेला आणि सध्या जर्मनीत असलेला गुरुमितसिंग, बब्बर ‘खालसा इंटरनॅशनल संघटने’चा प्रमुख असलेला
परमजितसिंग अशी दहशतवादी म्हणून घोषित केलेल्यांची नावे आहेत.
पंजाबमध्ये
दहशतवाद पुनरुज्जीवित करण्याचा प्रयत्न
दहशतवादी
म्हणून घोषित करण्यात आलेला गुरपतवंत सिंग पन्नू त्याची संघटना शीख्स फॉर जस्टीसच्या माध्यमातून उघडपणे भारतविरोधी मोहीम राबवत होता. गुरपतवंत सिंह याबाबत परराष्ट्र मंत्रालयातील अधिकाऱ्यांनी माहिती दिली आहे. “दहशतवादी म्हणून घोषित करण्यात आलेले सर्व नऊ जण हे
भारताच्या बाहेर राहून देशविरोधी कृत्य करत होते. भारतातील अनेक दहशतवादी कृत्यांमध्ये त्यांचा समावेश आहे. पंजाबमध्ये दहशतवादाचे पुनरुज्जीवन करण्याचा ते प्रयत्न करत
होते. विशेष म्हणजे देशविरोधी कृत्य करण्यासाठी ते सर्वजण एकमेकांना
मदतही करत होते,” असे शासकीय अधिकाऱ्याने सांगितले.
निज्जर
करायचा द्वेषयुक्त, बंडखोरीला चालना देणारी विधाने
“निज्जर
हा मूळचा जालंधर येथील भरसिंगपुरा या गावातील रहिवासी
आहे. केटीएफ संघटनेला आर्थिक मदत करणे, तरुणांना प्रशिक्षण देणे, या संघटनेचा विस्तार
करणे अशा प्रकारच्या कामांत त्याचा समावेश होता. राष्ट्रीय तपास संस्थाने (एनआयए) त्याच्याविरोधात अनेक गुन्हे दाखल केलेले आहेत. तसेच तपासादरम्यान निज्जर याने सोशल मीडिया, फोटो, व्हिडीओंच्या माध्यमातून द्वेषयुक्त, बंडखोरीला चालना देणारी विधाने केलेली आहेत,” असे परराष्ट्र मंत्रालयाच्या अधिकाऱ्याने सांगितले.
Wednesday, 20 September 2023
"Canada's Handling of Allegations: A Tale of Double Standards and Hypocrisy"
Canada's recent allegations of a "potential link" between Indian government agents and the killing of pro-Khalistan terror accused Hardeep Singh Nijjar have raised eyebrows and prompted accusations of hypocrisy. With no chargesheet or trial, Canada's swift conclusion within just three months of the incident has sparked controversy. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau addressed the House of Commons, stating that Canadian security agencies were actively pursuing credible allegations and emphasizing that any foreign government's involvement in the killing of a Canadian citizen on Canadian soil is an unacceptable violation of sovereignty. Following Trudeau's statement, Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly announced the expulsion of a top Indian diplomat from Canada.
This
rapid response stands in stark contrast to Canada's handling of the worst
terrorist attack in its history, the Air India bombing on June 23, 1985, which
claimed the lives of all 329 people on board, primarily Canadians of Indian
origin. There was no urgency to make a similar announcement in the House of
Commons regarding the culprits or the investigation within three months of the
bombing. Not only did Canada fail to prevent the attack, but it also conducted
a subpar investigation. Only one person, Inderjit Singh Reyat, was convicted in
the case, and that too on the charge of perjury. In a scathing report, the
Justice John Major Commission remarked that "the level of error, incompetence,
and inattention which took place before the flight was sadly mirrored in many
ways for many years in how authorities, governments, and institutions dealt
with the aftermath of the murder of so many innocents."
Canada's
failure to deliver justice to the victims of the Kanishka bombing is now
contrasted with its concern over the killing of Nijjar, who was accused by
India's National Investigation Agency of attempting to revive terrorism in
Punjab. If there is concrete evidence of Indian agents' involvement, Ottawa
should promptly share it with New Delhi. Hasty conclusions without due process
raise suspicions about Trudeau's efforts to appease radical groups that
threaten India's territorial sovereignty. In response, New Delhi has rightfully
expelled a Canadian diplomat. Such resolute actions are essential to compel
Ottawa to reevaluate its stance and approach.
Tuesday, 19 September 2023
Canada’s Support to Khalistani Terrorism
Is Justin Trudeau reconsidering his approach to diplomatic relations with India? Just a day after accusing India of orchestrating the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada, Trudeau has been quoted as saying that Canada is not seeking to provoke India. However, this statement may come a bit too late, considering the tit-for-tat expulsion of diplomats that has already taken place. Additionally, a closer examination of the statements made by Canada's Western allies suggests that none of them, including the US, have publicly expressed support for Canada's stance. In fact, some reports suggest that these allies even refused to issue a joint statement with Canada regarding the Nijjar case. It remains uncertain whether Trudeau will reevaluate his position, but what is evident is that there are several issues with Canada's approach.
Firstly, Canada's actions were based
on "credible allegations" rather than concrete evidence. There is a
significant distinction between allegations and evidence. Secondly, India has
legitimate reasons to voice its concerns. It has repeatedly communicated with
the Canadian government about the presence of extremist Khalistanis in Canada,
who have targeted Indian diplomats. Canadian authorities were also alerted to
the risks posed by Khalistani groups to Canada itself due to their connections
with global narcotics networks and Pakistan-backed terrorist organizations.
Nevertheless, these extremists seem to operate with relative impunity. Thirdly,
while Sikhs make up 2.1% of Canada's population, radical elements within the
community wield disproportionate influence in Canadian politics, particularly
in provinces like British Columbia, where they play a role in mobilizing Sikh
votes.
This context helps explain Trudeau's
political posturing. Faced with low approval ratings and leading a minority
government, he may be seeking an issue to boost his popularity. India should
remain steadfast and allow Trudeau to determine how far he is willing to take
this situation.
The Trudeau government's allegation
lacks credibility and appears to be part of a coordinated effort to target
India. It is likely that Khalistani extremist Nijjar, who was involved in
criminal activities and gang conflicts, fell victim to his own criminal
associates.
Exactly three months after the
killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Khalistani extremist and the leader of the
Khalistan Tiger Force, as well as the head of Guru Nanak Sikh Gurudwara in
Surrey, Vancouver, Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau made a startling
announcement during an emergency session of parliament. He claimed there were
"credible allegations" of the involvement of "Indian
agents" in Nijjar's death and ordered the expulsion of a senior Indian
diplomat for their alleged role in the "assassination."
Trudeau used the term "credible
allegations" rather than "credible evidence." Despite three
months passing since the incident, Canadian agencies have not disclosed any
significant progress in their investigation into the killing, and there is no
publicly available evidence to support Trudeau's statement. However, Trudeau's
statement is likely to influence further investigations into the case.
Friday, 15 September 2023
Saturday, 8 July 2023
Why Justin Trudeau appears 'soft' on Khalistani separatists in Canada? Heading a minority government, Trudeau needs the support of NDP headed by Jagmeet Singh to survive
In the past couple of months, three major anti-India incidents involving Khalistani separatists have been reported in Canada. However, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has seemingly not taken any strong action against what is now being called by observers as “new resurgence of Khalistani activism” in his country.
Though responding to the circulation of Khalistani posters naming Indian officials, Canada has assured India of the safety of its diplomats and termed the “promotional material” circulated ahead of a Khalistani protest “unacceptable”, observers say more needs to be done.The statement by Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly came after External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar yesterday said that India had asked partner countries like Canada, the UK and the US not to give space to “extremist Khalistani ideology” as it was “not good” for relations.
according to reports, India yesterday summoned Canadian High Commissioner Cameron MacKay to convey its concerns. A strong demarche (a petition or protest presented through diplomatic channels) was also issued regarding the posters and another incident in March where Sikh extremists had lobbed two smoke canisters into the High Commission premises, they stated.
These are not the only anti-India incidents reported from Canada—the most popular country for migration from India, especially Punjab.In June a parade by pro-Khalistani supporters ahead of the ‘Operation Bluestar’ anniversary featured a float depicting the assassination of India’s late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The parade in Ontario’s Greater Toronto area also saw the Indian High Commission in Ottawa expressing displeasure to the Canadian Foreign Ministry.
The political factor
Hoping that his handling of the pandemic will help his Liberal Party win a majority in the House of Commons, Trudeau called for an early election in September 2021. This even though opponents warned that voting amid Covid surge was dangerous.
The results of the 338-member House of Commons were also not to his expectations.His Liberal Party lost 20 seats, lowering its tally to 157 from 177 at the time of dissolution; opposition Conservative won 121 seats, Bloc Quebecois 32, NDP 24, Green Party 3 and one Independent. While Trudeau won more seats than his opponents they were only sufficient to allow him to form a minority government.According to reports, the Conservatives also got a higher vote share than him. So, not only did he need at least 13 legislators to form the government he also needed additional support to push his agenda.
The role of Jagmeet Singh’s NDP
Headed by Jagmeet Singh ‘Jimmy’ Dhaliwal, the New Democratic Party (NDP) won 24 seats in 2021, making it critical for the survival of the Trudeau government. This may be among the reasons why Trudeau cannot afford to antagonise “somnone who is a known Khalistani supporter”, say observers.
“Trudeau is treading a thin line, heading a minority government backed significantly by Jagmeet Singh, who is crucial for his political survival. Though the 2019 elections had sealed the bond between them, Singh is now seen as someone who is his trusted partner supporting him whenever he is attacked by opposition on issues,” they say.
Ever since 2019, Singh also became more vocal in his support of the Khalistani cause.He also targeted the Narendra Modi government during farmers’ agitation over the now-repealed three farm laws.He also drew substantial flak in India when he raised concerns over the Punjab police crackdown against pro-Khalistani activist Amritpal Singh, calling for Trudeau’s intervention.
Wednesday, 5 July 2023
PROPAGANDA WARFARE BY KHALISTANI AGAINST INDIA IN USA & EUROPE
A EVENT in Ontario celebrating the
assassination of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi has sparked further
concerns as pro-Khalistan posters containing the pictures and names of two
Indian diplomats are being circulated in Canada. These posters depict the
Indian High Commissioner to Canada and the Consul General as the supposed "killers"
of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the chief of the Khalistan Tiger Force who was
recently shot dead in Surrey. This blatant disregard for the law is reminiscent
of the tragic 1984 murder of Indian diplomat Ravindra Mhatre by Kashmiri
terrorists in Britain. Additionally, with the Indian consulate in San Francisco
being attacked for the second time in less than four months, and Khalistan
sympathizers organizing "freedom" rallies in Berkeley and Toronto, it
is evident that the United States and Canada are not taking sufficient measures
to crack down on religious secessionists. Similar concerns have also arisen in
the United Kingdom and Australia, which have recently witnessed anti-India
protests.
India has expressed deep concern
over these disturbing developments and has requested its "partner
countries" such as Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and the United
States not to provide a platform for Khalistanis. External Affairs Minister S
Jaishankar rightfully emphasizes that "these radical extremist ideologies aren't
good for us, them, or our ties." For the past few decades, these nations
have allowed secessionists and other anti-India elements to take advantage of
their lenient asylum policies. The laxity of authorities has emboldened these
individuals to freely spread hatred against India. However, India has firmly
asserted that enough is enough. It is now incumbent upon Canada and other
countries to review their asylum regulations and restrain those who incite
trouble. Failure to do so will have a detrimental impact on bilateral relations
and pose a significant security threat in their respective countries