Top Canadian official points finger at Indian minister in global security drama

Canadian government makes bold-claims about Indian ministerʼs role in cross-border plots. High-level diplomatic row unfolds as India rejects accusations while US watches closely

October 30 2024 , 12:48 PM  •  891 views

Top Canadian official points finger at Indian minister in global security drama

In a high-stakes diplomatic showdown Canadian deputy minister David Morrison confirmed to parliament that Amit Shah‚ Indias home minister and right-hand of Prime Minister Modi‚ was behind alleged plots targeting Sikh activists

The revelation came during a parliament meeting (where Morrison spoke to reporters): the minister stated he verified Shahs involvement when questioned by Washington Post. Indian officials dont see this info as strong enough; they think its weak evidence that wont affect their govt

Historical context shows deep-rooted issues — the Sikh independence movement wants their own country called Khalistan. Back in mid-80s serious troubles happened including riots that killed many people after Indira Gandhiʼs death. Today some Indian-govt people still see these activists as security-risks

I confirmed it was that person

David Morrison to parliamentary panel

The situation got worse about a year ago when:

  • Canada kicked-out Indian diplomats
  • India did the same to Canadian ones
  • US found a plot against a Sikh leader in New-York
  • India started looking into US claims

The whole thing is making it hard for western countries to work with India — a country they want as friend to balance-out Chinaʼs power. Both Washington and Ottawa are now re-thinking how to deal with New-Delhi