In a recent development Indias ambassador to Canada has strongly denied any connection to the killing of a Sikh separatist leader. This comes after Canada decided to expel him‚ citing alleged links to the murder.
The diplomatic row between Canada and India has intensified with both nations ordering six diplomats to leave in a tit-for-tat move. This action followed Ottawas claims that New Delhi was targeting Indian dissidents on Canadian soil.
Justin Trudeau‚ Canadas Prime Minister specifically linked the six diplomats to the murder of a Sikh separatist leader that happened about a year ago in British Columbia. However‚ Sanjay Kumar Verma‚ Indias envoy to Canada‚ told CTV that Trudeau was relying on intelligence rather than concrete evidence.
“On the basis of intelligence if you want to destroy a relationship‚ be my guest. And thats what he did‚“ Verma said in an interview broadcast recently.
When asked about his involvement in the leaders murder‚ Verma stated‚ “Nothing at all. No evidence was presented. (This is) politically motivated“
Canada is home to the largest Sikh population outside Punjab; demonstrations supporting a separate homeland carved out of India have been a source of irritation for New Delhi. This situation has created a complex dynamic between the two countries – highlighting the challenges of managing international relations in a diverse‚ multicultural society
The ongoing dispute underscores the delicate balance between national security concerns and diplomatic relations‚ raising questions about the future of Canada-India ties