In New Delhi, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has declined the request of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to halt the Khalistan referendum taking place in Canada.
According to reports from the World News Agency, Trudeau revealed that he has engaged in multiple discussions with Prime Minister Modi on topics such as the Khalistan movement and foreign interference.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau emphasized Canada’s commitment to upholding citizens’ rights to freedom of expression and peaceful protest. He stated that the Canadian government stands in support of voices driven by conscience rather than those advocating violence and hatred. Trudeau also underscored the importance of respecting and adhering to the law as a primary responsibility, clarifying that individuals who violate it do not represent the entire nation.
These statements were conveyed by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau during a media interaction following his participation in the G-20 meeting held in India.
It’s worth noting that Prime Minister Trudeau’s remarks come at a time when a referendum is underway in Canada to seek separation from India and establish a distinct homeland for Sikhs. India has previously made unsuccessful attempts to halt the Khalistan referendum in Canada.
The Khalistan Referendum taking place in Canada today is being held at a gurdwara where separatist leader Hardeep Singh was assassinated. The first vote in the referendum was cast by Hardeep Singh’s parents. Sikh separatist leaders have accused Indian agencies of being involved in the killing of Hardeep Singh, and the Canadian government is conducting an independent investigation, resisting pressure from India.
It is important to remember that Canada has the world’s second-largest Sikh population after India, with over seven and a half million Sikhs residing in the country.