Canada Faces Diplomatic Strain with India Over Pro-Khalistan Slogans at Khalsa Day Event
India has expressed strong protest after pro-Khalistan slogans were raised during a speech by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in Toronto.
- Pro-Khalistan slogans were raised at Toronto's Khalsa Day event, attended by PM Justin Trudeau and other political leaders.
- India summoned the Canadian Deputy High Commissioner, condemning the slogans and criticizing Canada's tolerance of separatism.
- Trudeau reaffirmed Canada's commitment to protect the rights and freedoms of the Sikh community during the event.
- The incident has exacerbated existing tensions between Canada and India, following allegations of Indian involvement in the murder of a Sikh leader in Canada.
- Khalsa Day in Toronto, marking the Sikh New Year and the founding of the Sikh community, drew thousands of participants.