Amidst the growing controversy, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized the importance of “accountability” regarding the killing.
In recent updates, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reiterated his claims of India’s alleged involvement in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada. Trudeau stated that Canada had shared “credible allegations” with India several weeks ago. India has firmly rejected these accusations, dismissing them as “absurd” and “motivated.” The Indian government has consistently maintained that Canada has not provided any information concerning Nijjar’s killing.
Consular services for Indian nationals in Canada, e.g. Passport issuance, Passport renewal, Police Clearance Certificate, Attestation etc. continue to be extended.@S_Nath_S @MEAIndia @IndianDiplomacy
— IndiainToronto (@IndiainToronto) September 22, 2023
Trudeau stated, “We shared the credible allegations I mentioned on Monday with India. We did this many weeks ago. Our intention is to collaborate constructively with India. We hope they will engage with us so that we can thoroughly investigate this very serious matter.”
Here are five key points about Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the Khalistani terrorist:
- Originally from Bhar Singh Pura in Jalandhar, Hardeep Singh Nijjar relocated to Canada in 1997.
- He pursued a career as a plumber and was married with two sons.
- India declared him a terrorist in 2020, and Nijjar’s ties to Khalistan militancy became apparent after he emigrated.
- He was identified as the “mastermind” behind the Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) and was affiliated with Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), both of which are banned separatist organizations.
- Hardeep Singh Nijjar met his demise on June 18 when he was shot outside a Gurudwara in Surrey, Canada.
