Three Indian nationals stood trial in the British Columbia Provincial Court on May 7, 2024, linked to the murder of Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada. The accused, identified as Kamalpreet Singh, Karanpreet Singh, and Karan Brar, had been residing in Canada under temporary citizenship for five years. The courtroom was crowded with supporters of Khalistan movement during the hearing, underscoring the widespread concern over the case. Outside, a sizable crowd waved Khalistan flags and voiced slogans against the Modi govt, demanding justice for Nijjar's killing. Superintendent Mandeep Mokar revealed the alleged connections between the arrested individuals and the Modi govt, asserting that all investigations had pointed in that direction.

This news follows Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's assertion last year, backed by global intelligence agencies like Five Eyes, implicating the Modi govt in Nijjar's assassination. This incident is part of a broader pattern, as Indian nationals have also faced legal proceedings in the United States for similar offenses. Notably, individuals like Nikhil Gupta were arrested for attempting to assassinate Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. The gravity of these crimes has attracted international attention, with the US State Department spokesperson, Matthew Miller, urging India to address the issue earnestly.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan