Canada(The COW News Digital)A group of Sikh protesters demonstrated outside the Indian High Commission in Canada in response to recent remarks made by Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh about Pakistan. The protest highlighted ongoing tensions between sections of the Sikh diaspora and the Indian government, with demonstrators expressing solidarity with Pakistan and advocating for an independent Khalistan.
Participants carried both Pakistani and Khalistan flags while chanting slogans against the Indian government and in support of a separate Sikh state. The demonstration was peaceful but firm, drawing attention from local media and diplomatic representatives in Ottawa.
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Sikh leaders addressing the crowd criticized the Indian defense minister for making comments about Pakistan’s internal affairs. “Instead of focusing on Pakistan’s Sindh province, India should reflect on its own internal issues, which are pushing the country toward division,” one leader stated. The speakers warned that political unrest in India could lead to major challenges, particularly in Punjab, which they claimed might eventually secede to form an independent Khalistan.
The protest underscores longstanding grievances among the Sikh diaspora regarding cultural and political autonomy in India. Many members of the community living abroad continue to call for international recognition of the Khalistan movement, citing historical conflicts, alleged human rights violations, and perceived marginalization within India.
While the demonstration focused on India’s defense minister’s statement, it also served as a broader platform to raise awareness about the Khalistan issue and express solidarity with Pakistan. Observers noted that such diaspora-led protests, particularly in countries like Canada with significant Sikh populations, have occasionally influenced international discourse on South Asian politics.
Canadian authorities monitored the protest to ensure it remained peaceful. Despite the charged slogans and symbolic display of flags, no incidents of violence were reported. The Indian High Commission declined to comment on the demonstration, emphasizing that diplomatic channels remain open for engagement with the Sikh community.
Analysts say that protests like these reflect deep-seated political and religious sentiments within the Sikh diaspora, which remain sensitive to developments in India and the broader region. The event highlights how international communities continue to play an active role in South Asian political discourse, even far from the subcontinent.
The demonstration concluded without incident, with participants calling for continued global awareness and dialogue on both Pakistan’s issues and the demand for Khalistan. The protest organizers emphasized that their actions were intended to send a message of resistance to India’s policies and support for self-determination.
