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New Delhi: Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has dismissed the recent protests by pro-Khalistani groups in Canada, describing them as “kiraye ke tatto” or “hired protesters,” and urged people not to take them seriously. The protests are taking place in the run-up to the upcoming G7 Summit being held in Hiroshima, Japan.
In a statement, Puri emphasized that these demonstrations hold no significance and are likely organized by those seeking to create disturbances or influence public opinion through paid protests. His comments reflect the Indian government’s stance that such protests are fabricated or sponsored by anti-India elements trying to destabilize the diplomatic relations between the two countries.
The protests in Canada have garnered attention because of allegations that they are being supported or orchestrated by Khalistani separatist supporters. These gatherings have reportedly called for the release of separatist leaders and demanded independence for Punjab, raising diplomatic concerns for India.
India has consistently expressed its concerns over such activities abroad, asserting that they threaten regional stability and seek to promote divisiveness. The Canadian government has also been urged to take stronger action against elements supporting separatism within its borders.
This incident adds tension to the strained diplomatic relations, with India reiterating its stance that protests driven by external influences do not represent the sentiments of the Indian diaspora or the broader Canadian populace.
As the G7 Summit approaches, authorities are closely monitoring the situation, and Indian officials continue to emphasize the importance of maintaining diplomatic decorum while countering such disruptive activities.
