Overview
- A pro-Khalistan group organized an anti-Hindu parade in Toronto during Sikh Heritage Month, displaying effigies of Indian leaders in a mock jail and calling for the deportation of 800,000 Hindus from Canada.
- The parade included banners with pro-Khalistan and anti-India slogans, including 'Kill India,' and imagery targeting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other officials.
- India lodged a formal protest with the Canadian High Commission, condemning the threatening language and urging action against extremist elements promoting hate and separatism.
- Hindu organizations in Canada criticized the event, labeling it divisive and dangerous, and called on Canadian leaders to denounce the rhetoric and protect religious minorities.
- The incident has heightened scrutiny on Prime Minister Mark Carney's approach to addressing extremism, with comparisons being drawn to his predecessor Justin Trudeau's handling of similar issues.