In a shocking turn of events, Canada has expelled six Indian officials following allegations that agents from New Delhi were involved in orchestrating violent crimes, including homicides and extortion, on Canadian soil. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) revealed that Indian government agents have been linked to organized crime operations, creating threats to the safety of Canadians, particularly the South Asian community.
According to RCMP Commissioner Mike Duheme, an extensive investigation has uncovered disturbing connections between Indian diplomats and violent crime in Canada. Among the most alarming allegations are ties to organized crime groups like the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, which the RCMP believes was used to carry out illegal activities on behalf of Indian officials. The crimes include homicides and extortions, with over a dozen credible threats to life identified by law enforcement.
The revelations come amid ongoing tension between the two nations, following Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s earlier statement accusing Indian agents of involvement in the 2023 killing of pro-Khalistan figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar. While India has dismissed those claims as “absurd” and “motivated,” the new allegations have only intensified the diplomatic rift.
Canadian authorities, including Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs David Morrison, have held high-level meetings with Indian officials, including National Security Adviser Ajit Doval, to present evidence and seek cooperation. Despite these discussions, the RCMP continues to accuse Indian diplomats of engaging in foreign interference and clandestine activities targeting the South Asian community.
RCMP’s investigation uncovered four major concerns: links between Indian agents and violent extremism, homicides, the use of organized crime to create unrest, and interference in Canada’s democratic processes. These revelations point to a growing extremism threat impacting both nations and jeopardizing future collaboration between Canada and India.
As charges related to these investigations are brought before Canadian courts, the spotlight remains on the escalating diplomatic and criminal conflict between the two countries.
