India-Canada Tensions Escalate Amid Allegations of Targeting Sikh Activists

Canadian authorities accuse Indian diplomats of collaborating with criminal networks to intimidate Sikh dissidents, straining bilateral relations.

Canadian police have accused Indian diplomats of working with the Lawrence Bishnoi gang to target Sikh activists in Canada, leading to incidents of violence and intimidation.
The allegations stem from a broader investigation into the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian Sikh activist, and other violent acts against Sikh community members.
India has dismissed the accusations as baseless, highlighting a lack of concrete evidence and attributing the claims to political motivations within Canada.
The situation has been exacerbated by Canada's refusal to extradite individuals wanted by India, further complicating diplomatic relations.
The ongoing tensions have prompted warnings from Canadian authorities about credible threats to the safety of individuals linked to the Sikh diaspora.