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Pro-Khalistan Extremist Breaches S. Jaishankar's Security in London, Tears Indian Flag

The incident occurred outside Chatham House as the Indian External Affairs Minister was leaving an event, raising concerns over UK police response.

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Pro-Khalistan protesters gathered on the opposite side of the road from Chatham House with yellow flags behind metal barriers and shouted slogans such as “Khalistan Zindabad” on Wednesday evening (ANI)

Overview

  • External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar faced a security breach in London when a pro-Khalistan extremist approached his vehicle and tore the Indian national flag.
  • The incident took place outside Chatham House, where Jaishankar had participated in a discussion during his official UK visit from March 4 to March 9.
  • Videos show the protestor tearing the flag in front of police officers, who hesitated before intervening and later detained the individual.
  • Pro-Khalistan demonstrators held flags and shouted anti-India slogans near the venue, continuing a pattern of protests against Indian officials in the UK in recent years.
  • Jaishankar's visit included meetings with UK officials to discuss bilateral issues, including extremism, talent flow, and people-to-people exchanges.