In a dramatic escalation of diplomatic tensions, India has vehemently rejected Canada’s shocking claims linking Home Minister Amit Shah to a sinister plot against Sikh activists on Canadian soil. The accusations, described by India’s Ministry of External Affairs as “absurd and baseless,” have sent shockwaves through international relations, raising questions about security and sovereignty.
Amit Shah, a key figure in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government and often seen as his right-hand man, oversees India’s internal security. Following Canada’s Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister David Morrison’s allegations that Shah masterminded a violent campaign against Sikh separatists—including the assassination of activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar—India summoned the Canadian High Commission’s representative to lodge a formal protest. „The government of India protests in the strongest terms,“ stated spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, emphasizing the seriousness of the accusations.
Escalating Tensions
The Canadian government has accused India of orchestrating the 2023 killing of Nijjar, a prominent advocate for Khalistan, an independent Sikh homeland. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the national police have previously indicated “clear indications” of India’s involvement in this murder, further intensifying the diplomatic crisis. As accusations fly, Canada’s intelligence agency has warned of India’s use of cybertechnology to surveil Sikh separatists abroad, raising alarms about national security.
In a tit-for-tat response, both nations have expelled diplomats linked to these escalating tensions, signaling a sharp decline in bilateral relations. Jaiswal cautioned that such “irresponsible actions will have serious consequences,” hinting at the potential for further diplomatic fallout. Meanwhile, the United States has also expressed concern over these developments, with the State Department commenting on the seriousness of Canada’s allegations against Shah.