Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Badal meets Amit Shah, says Punjabis in panic over worsening India-Canada ties
The Hindu
He said it is very disturbing to hear of the woes of Punjabis, including a large number of Sikhs, because of the worsening diplomatic ties between the two countries. There are over 18 lakh Indians in Canada and a large number of them are Punjabis, he noted.
Amid strains in India-Canada ties, Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal on Thursday met Union Home Minister Amit Shah and hoped for a quick resolution to the disputes between the two countries.
Speaking to reporters after the meeting, Mr. Badal underscored that Punjabis in large numbers live in Canada and the deteriorating relations have left the diaspora in a state of panic.
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He said it is very disturbing to hear of the woes of Punjabis, including a large number of Sikhs, because of the worsening diplomatic ties between the two countries. There are over 18 lakh Indians in Canada and a large number of them are Punjabis, he noted.
"There is a sense of panic among Punjabis. Both governments, India's as well as Canada's, should find a solution as soon as possible," Mr. Badal said.
With India repeatedly conveying its concerns to Canada over Khalistani activities on its soil, the Shiromani Akali Dal leader said Sikhs have been the most patriotic people who made maximum sacrifices during India’s Independence struggle. The community should not be blamed for what a few persons do, the former Deputy CM of Punjab pointed out.
India on Thursday "suspended till further notice" its visa services in Canada. The move comes amid the escalating diplomatic row that erupted following Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's allegations of a "potential" involvement of Indian agents in the killing of a Khalistani separatist in June. India has rejected the charge as absurd.
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