Canada alleges Indian home minister ordered campaign targeting Sikh separatists
NBCOct 23
Canada Accuses India of Targeting Sikh Separatists
Above: The Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah e-inaugurates various projects of the National Investigation Agency (NIA), in New Delhi on March 14, 2024. Image copyright: Wikimedia Commons
The Facts
On Tuesday, the Canadian government accused Indian Home Minister Amit Shah of being behind a plot to target Sikh separatists on Canadian soil.
The claims, first reported by the Washington Post, were allegedly confirmed by Canadian Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister David Morrison, though no additional evidence was provided.
The Spin
Pro-establishment narrative
There's credible evidence to support Canada's claims that Shah was involved in the plot to target Sikh separatists. These efforts undermine Canada's sovereignty and are an example of dangerous foreign interference against a rules-based order. India must be held accountable for these actions.
Establishment-critical narrative
There's no credible evidence to support these allegations. This is a politically motivated campaign against India. While the West may call these separatists "activists" the truth of the matter is that many of these people are dangerous terrorists. India has a right to protect itself from threats from abroad.