India Protests Khalistan Referendum Vote in Canada Despite Trudeau Defending Freedom of Expression

Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) held a Khalistan referendum voting at a gurdwara in British Columbia, Canada on November 6th.
This coincided with PM Modi expressing concerns to PM Trudeau about anti-India activities by extremist groups in Canada.
The gurdwara was previously led by Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a prominent SFJ figure who was killed in June.
Despite India's repeated concerns, Trudeau said Canadian diaspora should express themselves without interference.
Trudeau stated Canada will defend freedom of expression but also prevent violence and push back against hatred.

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Trudeau and Modi Discuss Khalistan Extremism, Peaceful Protest, and Strengthening India-Canada Ties

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Trudeau Raises 'Deep Concerns' with Modi over Killing of Sikh Activist in Canada Linked to Indian Agents

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Trudeau Calls on India for Answers Over Killing of Sikh Leader in B.C., Seeks Cooperation Not Provocation

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India-Canada Tensions Rise Over Trudeau's Support for Khalistani Separatists

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India Declares Khalistani Leader a Terrorist for Pushing Secessionist Agenda in Kashmir

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Khalistan supporters protest at Canadian diplomatic sites after Trudeau links India to activist's murder

Khalistan supporters in Canada organize demonstrations outside India's diplomatic mission following Prime Minister Trudeau's statement on a potential connection between New Delhi and the assassination of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar; tensions rise between India and Canada.

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Posted 9/11/2023, 6:34:44 AM

India Protests Khalistan Referendum Vote in Canada Despite Trudeau Defending Freedom of Expression

Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) held a Khalistan referendum voting at a gurdwara in British Columbia, Canada on November 6th.
This coincided with PM Modi expressing concerns to PM Trudeau about anti-India activities by extremist groups in Canada.
The gurdwara was previously led by Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a prominent SFJ figure who was killed in June.
Despite India's repeated concerns, Trudeau said Canadian diaspora should express themselves without interference.
Trudeau stated Canada will defend freedom of expression but also prevent violence and push back against hatred.

livemint.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/10/2023

Trudeau and Modi Discuss Khalistan Extremism, Peaceful Protest, and Strengthening India-Canada Ties

9/18/2023

Trudeau Raises 'Deep Concerns' with Modi over Killing of Sikh Activist in Canada Linked to Indian Agents

9/19/2023

India-Canada Ties Strained After Trudeau's Murder Accusations; $6.5B Trade Deal on Hold

9/19/2023

Trudeau Calls on India for Answers Over Killing of Sikh Leader in B.C., Seeks Cooperation Not Provocation

9/20/2023

India Warns Citizens in Canada to Be Cautious Amid Tensions Over Sikh Leader's Murder

9/24/2023

India-Canada Tensions Rise Over Trudeau's Support for Khalistani Separatists

Justin Trudeau's game plan in escalating matters with India based on allegations is related to the activities of separatist Khalistanis and alleged Indian interference in Canada.

9/25/2023

India Declares Khalistani Leader a Terrorist for Pushing Secessionist Agenda in Kashmir

9/25/2023

Khalistan supporters protest at Canadian diplomatic sites after Trudeau links India to activist's murder