Addressing the accusations made by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau regarding the purported "potential" involvement of Indian agents in the killing of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Home Minister Amit Shah shared his perspective during a session at Agenda Aaj Tak 2023 on Thursday.
Emphasizing India's steadfast position on the matter, Amit Shah categorically dismissed the allegations linked to the June 18 killing in Surrey. Instead, he posed a counter-question, stating, "What are terrorists wanted in India doing in Canada?" This query underscores India's concerns about individuals with questionable backgrounds finding refuge in Canada.
Amit Shah reiterated India's outright denial of the allegations, emphasizing the need for the Canadian government to provide an explanation for the presence of individuals wanted in India on Canadian soil. This statement was made as part of an interaction at the Agenda AajTak 2023 session.
The strained relations between India and Canada intensified following Trudeau's accusations on September 18. In response to the allegations, India took temporary measures, including the suspension of visa issuance to Canadian citizens. After a hiatus of over a month, India recently resumed some visa services in Canada, signaling a cautious and measured approach to diplomatic relations between the two nations. The lingering tensions underscore the sensitivity and complexity of issues related to terrorism and diplomatic engagements, requiring careful consideration and dialogue to navigate through such challenges.
