India conveys considerations in ‘strongest phrases’ to Canada after pro-Khalistan rally in Toronto

India on Monday (Might 5, 2025) conveyed its considerations within the “strongest phrases” to the Canadian Excessive Fee after a rally in Toronto depicted Prime Minister Narendra Modi and different prime Ministers of the Authorities of India in an objectionable method. This was the primary such communication from the Indian aspect for the reason that new Prime Minister Mark Carney was elected per week in the past.

“We now have conveyed our considerations within the strongest phrases to the Canadian Excessive Fee in New Delhi concerning the parade held in Toronto the place unacceptable imagery and threatening language had been used in opposition to our management, and Indian residents residing in Canada. We as soon as once more name on the Canadian authorities to behave in opposition to anti-India parts who unfold hatred and advocate extremism and separatist agenda,” stated an official supply after India expressed displeasure to Canada.

Mr. Carney’s victory was welcomed by the Authorities of India with Mr. Modi sending a congratulatory message to Ottawa saying: “Congratulations @MarkJCarney in your election because the Prime Minister of Canada and to the Liberal Celebration on their victory. India and Canada are certain by shared democratic values, a steadfast dedication to the rule of regulation, and vibrant people-to-people ties. I sit up for working with you to strengthen our partnership and unlock better alternatives for our individuals.”

On Sunday, a big pro-Khalistan rally was taken out in Toronto that used phrases like “Kill India” and depicted a number of main figures together with PM Modi in a derogatory method. The rally additionally raised slogans on non secular traces and sought expulsion of Canadians of Indian origin.

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India’s relations with Canada had turned chilly since September 2023 when former PM Justin Trudeau accused Indian brokers of assassinating Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a pro-Khalistan preacher in Surrey, British Columbia. Subsequently, India on a number of events expressed displeasure with the Canadian authorities over rising pro-Khalistan actions in Canada. Exterior Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar had described the Trudeau authorities of taking part in “vote financial institution” politics.

On October 14, 2024, India withdrew its Excessive Commissioner Sanjay Kumar Verma from Ottawa as bilateral ties took a nosedive.