OK with peaceful stir for Khalistan: Envoy to Canada
Indian High Commissioner to Canada Dinesh Patnaik stated that India does not oppose peaceful advocacy for Khalistan, provided it remains free of violence and criminal elements. This statement comes as both nations work to normalize diplomatic relations following previous tensions.
Why it matters
It signals a potential de-escalation in the strained diplomatic relationship between India and Canada regarding the separatist movement.
Indian high commissioner to Canada, Dinesh Patnaik, has said India doesn't mind advocacy and protests for Khalistan, as long as these are peaceful. In an interview, Patnaik urged Canada to understand that activities around the separatist movement were taking place on its own soil, not in India."I have been saying from Day 1, Indians, Canadians, Sikhs can peacefully advocate for what they believe in, even if it is Khalistan or a separate homeland. Politically, we have zero problem," said Patnaik."In last 40 years, political parties in India have been advocating for that. So, it's nothing new... What we say...
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