Canada Acknowledges Khalistani Extremism on Its Soil for First Time: BJP’s Amit Malviya Highlights Diplomatic Breakthrough
BJP leader Amit Malviya on Thursday emphasized a significant diplomatic development following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent international visit. In a social media post, Malviya highlighted that, for the first time, Canada has officially acknowledged the presence and activities of Khalistani extremists operating from within its borders to incite violence in India.
Malviya, who heads the BJP’s National Information and Technology Department, cited the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) in affirming that Khalistani groups are using Canada as a base for “promotion, fundraising, and planning of violence primarily in India.”
“This is a landmark moment. Despite years of repeated concerns raised by India, this marks the first instance where Canada has officially used the term ‘extremism’ in reference to Khalistanis,” Malviya posted on X (formerly Twitter), tagging an excerpt from CSIS’s latest report.
The timing of this statement is significant. It came as PM Modi wrapped up his high-profile three-nation tour and participation in the G7 Summit, where he reportedly held discussions with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on the issue.
The CSIS report, as cited by Malviya, reads:
“Khalistani extremists continue to use Canada as a base for the promotion, fundraising, or planning of violence, primarily in India.”
Malviya underscored this development as a validation of India’s long-standing concerns.
“Canada had largely turned a blind eye to the threats posed by Khalistani extremists, particularly under the previous Trudeau government. This acknowledgement is not only overdue but crucial in countering anti-India activities,” he added.
The CSIS document further elaborated on the threat:
“Since the mid-1980s, the politically motivated violent extremism (PMVE) threat in Canada has manifested primarily through Canada-based Khalistani extremists (CBKEs)… PMVE encourages violence to create new political systems or entities.”
Malviya’s remarks reflect New Delhi’s persistent efforts to bring global attention to the threat posed by separatist movements operating from foreign territories. The latest statement from Canada could signal a shift in Ottawa’s policy, aligning more closely with India’s national security concerns.
