KHALISTAN EXTREMISM MONITOR
A project of the Institute for Conflict Management
A project of the Institute for Conflict Management
Canada 14-Jun-2025
On June 14, Dal Khalsa’s Secretary for Political Affairs, Kanwar Pal Singh, addressed a letter to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, expressing concern over Canada’s renewed engagement with India despite allegations of extrajudicial killings and interference. The letter warned against prioritising trade over Sikh rights, citing the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar and the alleged surveillance of Canadian Sikh leaders.
India 15-Jun-2025
Punjab Police on June 15 revealed that they foiled a targeted killing plot orchestrated by Canada-based terrorist Arshdeep Singh Gill alias Arsh Dala, arresting two key operatives, identified as Kawaljit Singh alias Kaka and Navdeep Singh alias Honey and seizing a Turkish-made Zigana .30-bore pistol and nine live cartridges in Dharamkot, Moga district. Officials stated that the accused had been coordinating directly with Arsh Dala and had received arms, target details, and advance payment for the operation.
India 15-Jun-2025
Municipal Corporation Ludhiana with the support of Ludhiana Commissionerate Police on June 15 demolished properties belonging to two notorious drug smugglers, identified as Gurpal and Rajinder Kaur alias Rozy, in Amarpura in Ludhiana city and Lohara village in Ludhiana district, respectively. Authorities stated that both properties were illegally constructed using proceeds from drug trafficking.
India 15-Jun-2025
According to police, Amritsar-based social media influencer Deepika Luthra received a death threat via email, allegedly sent in the name of the banned terrorist group Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), in Amritsar district, Punjab. The message also mentioned another influencer, Preet Jatti, and warned Luthra against leaving her home due to her 'objectionable' content. Police have provided security to Luthra and her family while verifying the authenticity of the email.
Canada 15-Jun-2025
Jasdip Singh Jesse, founder and chairman of Sikhs of America, told ANI that the tone of India–Canada relations has shifted under new Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and that Khalistani support and influence seen during Justin Trudeau’s tenure will now diminish. He described Trudeau as a “weak prime minister” who pursued an agenda against India, and expressed optimism that, with Carney at the helm, such elements would no longer receive official backing. Jesse also praised Carney’s invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the G7 Summit, calling it a sign of renewed goodwill and a positive reset in bilateral ties.
India 15-Jun-2025
Amritsar (City) Police on June 15 booked Amritpal Singh Mehron, a key conspirator in the murder of Ludhiana-based influencer Kanchan Kumari alias Kamal Kaur Bhabhi, for allegedly threatening Amritsar-based content creator Deepika Luthra, in Amritsar. The case, filed by the cybercrime cell, stems from Mehron’s video warning to Luthra and others to stop posting 'double meaning' content online, threatening violent consequences if they failed to comply. Luthra, who has sought police protection, stated that she had already removed the contested videos and was unsure why she continued to be targeted.
India 15-Jun-2025
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Member of Parliament Nishikant Dubey on June 15 reignited the debate over the Congress party’s foreign policy legacy in a post on social media platform X, stating that successive Congress-led governments failed to act decisively against the rise of Khalistani extremism. Dubey claimed that between 1970 and 1984, then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi wrote seven letters to Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau regarding Khalistani elements, but received no substantial cooperation. He cited the case of Talwinder Singh Parmar—linked to the 1985 Air India bombing—as evidence of Congress' alleged inaction, and criticised Canada’s continued tolerance of Khalistani figures, calling for stronger counterterrorism collaboration.
Canada 15-Jun-2025
In an interview with ANI on June 15, New York-based expert on Khalistani terrorism Puneet Sahani warned that the ongoing Khalistani agitation is severely damaging Canada’s international reputation. Sahani cautioned that Canada risks becoming 'a Pakistan of the West' if it fails to confront extremist networks responsible for violent rhetoric and incidents, such as the recent harassment of journalist Mocha Bezirgan in Vancouver. He also urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to adopt tougher measures against overseas Khalistan-linked organisations, warning that the new generation of radicalised diaspora activists poses a growing threat to both India–Canada diplomatic relations and regional stability.
Canada 16-Jun-2025
On June 16, videos surfaced from Canada showing Khalistani extremists using children to desecrate the Indian tricolour and kick portraits of Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi. One clip also featured Khalistani supporter Manjinder Singh openly threatening to kill the Prime Minister. Indian Sikh leaders strongly condemned the use of children in hate propaganda, calling it a betrayal of Sikh values. They urged the Canadian government to take serious action against such radical activities.
India 16-Jun-2025
On June 16, Sikh leaders including Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and Rajya Sabha MPs Vikramjit Singh Sahney and Satnam Singh Sandhu strongly condemned a viral video showing young Sikh children kicking posters of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In their statements, they called the act politically motivated and deeply inappropriate, criticising the exploitation of children to spread hate.
India 16-Jun-2025
Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) Secretary Pratap Singh, on June 16 in Amritsar, announced that no Sikh pilgrim jatha will be sent to Pakistan this year to observe the death anniversary of Maharaja Ranjit Singh on June 29. He cited ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan, along with directives from the Indian government, as the reasons for the decision. Although pilgrims had already submitted their passports, the SGPC has decided to cancel the pilgrimage in view of the current circumstances.
Canada 16-Jun-2025
On June 16, during the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, a group of Khalistani extremists staged a protest to draw attention to the arrival of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The demonstration was relatively subdued and was closely monitored by law enforcement authorities.
India 16-Jun-2025
On June 16, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), the global watchdog on terrorist financing, issued a statement strongly condemning the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, noting that such acts are not possible without financial backing. The FATF emphasized the need for stronger global counter-terror financing measures and announced new guidelines to assess terror funding risks. Indian officials welcomed the rare condemnation, viewing it as an acknowledgment of Pakistan’s role in state-sponsored terrorism and pushing for its re-listing on the FATF grey list.
India 16-Jun-2025
On June 16, Punjab Police, on day 107 of its “Yudh Nashian Virudh” campaign registered 76 first information reports (FIRs), arrested 102 drug smugglers and seized 688 grams of heroin, 105 kg of poppy husk, 2,164 intoxicant pills, and INR 26,910 in drug money from their possession, across Punjab.
India 16-Jun-2025
On June 16, a Nihang identified as Karambir Singh alias Lovely Nihang allegedly chopped off both arms of a youth named Jatin Walia, after accusing him of consuming intoxicants, in Mandi Gobindgarh, Fatehgarh Sahib district, Punjab.
India 16-Jun-2025
Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Dr. Pragya Jain on June 16 conducted a surprise three-hour raid at Central Modern Jail in Faridkot, Punjab, along with 150 police personnel, to crack down on rising smuggling activities. According to Dr. Jain, smugglers are increasingly using aerial methods to hurl banned items such as mobile phones and drugs over the 30-foot-high boundary wall, raising concerns about possible collaboration between local residents and inmates. In response, she directed all local police stations and Station House Officers (SHOs) to maintain updated records of residents living near the jail amid suspicions of local involvement.
India 16-Jun-2025
Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Puri, on June 16 in New Delhi, dismissed the recent pro-Khalistan protests in Canada as the actions of kiraye ke tattu (hired stooges), urging people not to take them seriously.
Canada 16-Jun-2025
British Columbia Premier David Eby on June 16 in Victoria, British Columbia, announced plans to write to Prime Minister Mark Carney, urging the Canadian government to designate the India-based Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a terrorist organisation. The announcement comes amid a wave of extortion threats targeting South Asian business owners, particularly in Surrey, where police have linked several incidents to the gang.
India 16-Jun-2025
Professor Sarchand Singh Khyala, spokesperson for Damdami Taksal, on June 16 criticised pro-Khalistan groups in Canada for their anti-India demonstrations ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the G7 Summit. He condemned the use of children in the protests, calling it 'brainwashing' and an act of 'spreading hatred.'
Canada 16-Jun-2025
Hundreds of pro-Khalistan activists on June 16 gathered at Calgary Municipal Plaza in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, to protest Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit for the G7 Summit. The protesters chanted slogans such as 'Kill Modi Politics' and beat drums bearing lion emblems.