KHALISTAN EXTREMISM MONITOR
A project of the Institute for Conflict Management
A project of the Institute for Conflict Management
14-Nov-2024
Peel Police, in a video statement posted on social media site X on November 14, cleared Sergeant Harinder Sohi of any wrongdoing, stating that he acted within the lawful execution of his duties during a pro-Khalistan protest at Brampton's Hindu Sabha temple on November 3. While videos showed Sohi, in plain clothes, holding a Khalistan flag amid confrontations, the police clarified that he was attempting to disarm aggressive protesters who had refused to surrender their weapons.
14-Nov-2024
Canada’s Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Minister Marc Miller, on November 14, wrote to John Murray, president and CEO of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC), expressing concern over international students being advised by third parties to provide false information for asylum claims. Miller warned that such actions undermine Canada’s immigration objectives and violate the professional code of conduct for licensed consultants. Reports have indicated a sharp rise in asylum claims, particularly from Indian nationals, amid concerns that the system may be manipulated by pro-Khalistan elements.
14-Nov-2024
A recently viral video shows Khalistan sympathisers at a ‘Nagar Kirtan’ in Canada declaring Canadians as “invaders” and demanding they “go back to England and Europe.” In the video, the procession asserts, “This is Canada, our own country.” Indian intelligence sources have labeled the incident as the new normal in Canada, highlighting that Khalistani extremist groups are gaining increasing influence and allegedly intimidating both the Hindu and local Canadian communities.
13-Nov-2024
Brampton city council on November 13 unanimously passed a bylaw banning protests within a 100-meter safety zone around places of worship in Brampton, Canada. The motion, introduced by Mayor Patrick Brown, aims to curb sectarian violence following a recent Khalistani attack on Hindu devotees at the Hindu Sabha temple.
13-Nov-2024
Canadian Peel Regional Police on November 13 arrested an Indo-Canadian couple, Rajinder Kumar and his wife, Sheetal Verma, in connection with the murder of Khalistan supporter Rabinder Singh Malhi in Caledon, Ontario. Kumar faces charges of second-degree murder, while Verma has been charged with obstruction of justice. Police stated that Kumar and Malhi were acquaintances but have not yet disclosed the motive behind the crime.
13-Nov-2024
Former Canadian Prime Minister (PM) Stephen Harper on November 13 urged Canada to stop supporting divisive groups such as pro-Khalistan elements, during an event organized by the Abraham Global Peace Initiative (AGPI) in Toronto. He emphasized the importance of addressing the impact of immigration in importing "age-old hatreds" and called for stricter screening measures to prevent the rise of such groups.
13-Nov-2024
According to Canadian official documents, designated terrorist Arshdeep Singh Gill alias Arsh Dalla, was arrested on October 28 in Guelph, Ontario, following a shooting incident in which he was injured. Police investigations revealed that Dalla’s own aide fired the shot, despite initial claims by Dalla and his associate Gurjant Singh that the attack was orchestrated by rival Lawrence Bishnoi's hitmen. Authorities seized a cache of arms and ammunition from their possession, including a rifle, a shotgun, a pistol, and two high-capacity magazines of 15 and 35 rounds.
13-Nov-2024
Khalistani terrorist Arshdeep Singh Gill alias Arsh Dalla, recently arrested by Canadian police, was a close associate of former Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) chief Hardeep Singh Nijjar. He is wanted in over 53 cases in India and is accused of recruiting individuals for terror activities. Despite multiple extradition requests from India, Canadian authorities have yet to act on these appeals.
13-Nov-2024
According to sources, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has reinstated Sandeep Singh Sidhu alias Sunny Toronto, despite facing terror charges in India. Sidhu, accused of murdering Shaurya Chakra awardee Balwinder Singh Sandhu and promoting terrorism in Canada, was cleared following an investigation by the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS). India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) has highlighted Sidhu's connections with Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and global Khalistani networks, but Canadian authorities have taken no action against him.
12-Nov-2024
The Peel Regional Police stated on November 12 that they had not received any direct threats against places of worship in Brampton, Canada, despite recent threats by Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, chief of the banned Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), to target Hindu temples on November 16 and 17. Police Chief Nishan Duraiappah suggested rescheduling temple events to ease tensions, leading two temples in Mississauga, Triveni Mandir and Kalibari Mandir, to postpone their consular camps.
12-Nov-2024
The banned Khalistani outfit Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) has alleged that a Russian agency is involved in a "disinformation" campaign targeting their "peaceful rally" of pro-Khalistan Sikhs in Canada, though they did not specify the agency's name.
11-Nov-2024
The Triveni Community Centre in Brampton, Canada, cancelled its planned Life Certificate event by the Indian Consulate, originally scheduled for November 17, 2024, due to safety concerns following high-level threats of violent protests.
11-Nov-2024
According to observers, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appears to be recalibrating his stance on Khalistani extremism amid escalating tensions and recent violent incidents targeting Hindu temples in Brampton, Canada. In an unprecedented statement, Trudeau emphasized that Khalistani separatists do not represent the entire Sikh community in Canada. This shift follows the arrest of key Khalistani figures by Canadian authorities, suggesting a potential recognition by Trudeau that his previous stance may have been too supportive. However, his continued reliance on political support from pro-Khalistan groups remains a complicating factor.
11-Nov-2024
According to sources, a shootout in Milton, Ontario, on October 28 led to the arrest of two individuals, one of whom is suspected to be Khalistani terrorist and gangster Arshdeep Singh Gill alias Arsh Dalla. The Halton and Guelph police have not confirmed the identities of the arrested individuals. Dalla, linked to the Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), has been on India's most-wanted list for his involvement in murder, extortion, and contract killings. Despite India's extradition requests, Canadian authorities have not publicly confirmed his arrest, raising concerns over the ongoing diplomatic tensions between Delhi and Ottawa.
10-Nov-2024
Canadian journalist Terry Milewski on November 10 condemned Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government for its stance on the Khalistan issue, calling it “hypocritical” and a “national disgrace.” Milewski highlighted Canada's failure over 40 years to address Khalistani separatism and voiced concern over recent attacks on Hindu temples, attributing them to political negligence. He clarified that the alleged blocking of Australia Today in Canada was due to a business dispute between Facebook and Canadian regulators, not censorship.
10-Nov-2024
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) on November 10 arrested Khalistani terrorist and gangster Arshdeep Singh alias Arsh Dalla in connection with a shootout that occurred on October 27-28 in Halton in Ontario, Canada. Dalla, the acting chief of the Khalistani Tiger Force (KTF), was a close associate of terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. He had recently claimed responsibility for the murder of Congress leader Baljinder Singh Balli in Moga, Punjab.
10-Nov-2024
Canadian journalist Terry Milewski, speaking to ANI on November 10, criticised Canada’s approach to the Khalistan issue, calling it "hypocritical" and a "national disgrace." He condemned Canadian politicians for their failure to address the growing influence of Khalistani separatism over the past 40 years, highlighting incidents like the recent attack on Brampton’s Hindu Sabha Temple.
10-Nov-2024
According to sources, Canadian police released Inderjeet Gosal, a member of the Khalistani terror outfit Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), after his arrest on November 8 in connection with the violent attack at the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton on November 3. He was granted conditional bail pending his appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton, Canada.
09-Nov-2024
Tariq Kiani, an agent of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), in a video message, defended the recent violence by Khalistani extremists at the Hindu Sabha temple in Canada, blaming Hindus for instigating the clashes. Intelligence sources revealed that Kiani’s attacks on Indian leaders are directed by ISI, and both he and his associate, Rahat Rao, are under Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) scrutiny in connection with the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
08-Nov-2024
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced on November 8 the discontinuation of its fast-track visa programme, the Student Direct Stream (SDS), to "strengthen programme integrity, address student vulnerability, and ensure all students have equal and fair access to the application process." The move, which will impact thousands of international students, is aimed at addressing housing shortages and resource strains in Canada.