KHALISTAN EXTREMISM MONITOR
A project of the Institute for Conflict Management
A project of the Institute for Conflict Management
13-Nov-2024
According to Canadian official documents, designated terrorist Arshdeep Singh Gill alias Arsh Dalla, was arrested on October 28 in Guelph, Ontario, following a shooting incident in which he was injured. Police investigations revealed that Dalla’s own aide fired the shot, despite initial claims by Dalla and his associate Gurjant Singh that the attack was orchestrated by rival Lawrence Bishnoi's hitmen. Authorities seized a cache of arms and ammunition from their possession, including a rifle, a shotgun, a pistol, and two high-capacity magazines of 15 and 35 rounds.
13-Nov-2024
Khalistani terrorist Arshdeep Singh Gill alias Arsh Dalla, recently arrested by Canadian police, was a close associate of former Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF) chief Hardeep Singh Nijjar. He is wanted in over 53 cases in India and is accused of recruiting individuals for terror activities. Despite multiple extradition requests from India, Canadian authorities have yet to act on these appeals.
13-Nov-2024
According to sources, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has reinstated Sandeep Singh Sidhu alias Sunny Toronto, despite facing terror charges in India. Sidhu, accused of murdering Shaurya Chakra awardee Balwinder Singh Sandhu and promoting terrorism in Canada, was cleared following an investigation by the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS). India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) has highlighted Sidhu's connections with Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) and global Khalistani networks, but Canadian authorities have taken no action against him.
12-Nov-2024
The Peel Regional Police stated on November 12 that they had not received any direct threats against places of worship in Brampton, Canada, despite recent threats by Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, chief of the banned Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), to target Hindu temples on November 16 and 17. Police Chief Nishan Duraiappah suggested rescheduling temple events to ease tensions, leading two temples in Mississauga, Triveni Mandir and Kalibari Mandir, to postpone their consular camps.
12-Nov-2024
The banned Khalistani outfit Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) has alleged that a Russian agency is involved in a "disinformation" campaign targeting their "peaceful rally" of pro-Khalistan Sikhs in Canada, though they did not specify the agency's name.
11-Nov-2024
The Triveni Community Centre in Brampton, Canada, cancelled its planned Life Certificate event by the Indian Consulate, originally scheduled for November 17, 2024, due to safety concerns following high-level threats of violent protests.
11-Nov-2024
According to observers, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appears to be recalibrating his stance on Khalistani extremism amid escalating tensions and recent violent incidents targeting Hindu temples in Brampton, Canada. In an unprecedented statement, Trudeau emphasized that Khalistani separatists do not represent the entire Sikh community in Canada. This shift follows the arrest of key Khalistani figures by Canadian authorities, suggesting a potential recognition by Trudeau that his previous stance may have been too supportive. However, his continued reliance on political support from pro-Khalistan groups remains a complicating factor.
11-Nov-2024
According to sources, a shootout in Milton, Ontario, on October 28 led to the arrest of two individuals, one of whom is suspected to be Khalistani terrorist and gangster Arshdeep Singh Gill alias Arsh Dalla. The Halton and Guelph police have not confirmed the identities of the arrested individuals. Dalla, linked to the Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), has been on India's most-wanted list for his involvement in murder, extortion, and contract killings. Despite India's extradition requests, Canadian authorities have not publicly confirmed his arrest, raising concerns over the ongoing diplomatic tensions between Delhi and Ottawa.
10-Nov-2024
Canadian journalist Terry Milewski on November 10 condemned Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government for its stance on the Khalistan issue, calling it “hypocritical” and a “national disgrace.” Milewski highlighted Canada's failure over 40 years to address Khalistani separatism and voiced concern over recent attacks on Hindu temples, attributing them to political negligence. He clarified that the alleged blocking of Australia Today in Canada was due to a business dispute between Facebook and Canadian regulators, not censorship.
10-Nov-2024
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) on November 10 arrested Khalistani terrorist and gangster Arshdeep Singh alias Arsh Dalla in connection with a shootout that occurred on October 27-28 in Halton in Ontario, Canada. Dalla, the acting chief of the Khalistani Tiger Force (KTF), was a close associate of terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. He had recently claimed responsibility for the murder of Congress leader Baljinder Singh Balli in Moga, Punjab.
10-Nov-2024
Canadian journalist Terry Milewski, speaking to ANI on November 10, criticised Canada’s approach to the Khalistan issue, calling it "hypocritical" and a "national disgrace." He condemned Canadian politicians for their failure to address the growing influence of Khalistani separatism over the past 40 years, highlighting incidents like the recent attack on Brampton’s Hindu Sabha Temple.
10-Nov-2024
According to sources, Canadian police released Inderjeet Gosal, a member of the Khalistani terror outfit Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), after his arrest on November 8 in connection with the violent attack at the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton on November 3. He was granted conditional bail pending his appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton, Canada.
09-Nov-2024
Tariq Kiani, an agent of Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), in a video message, defended the recent violence by Khalistani extremists at the Hindu Sabha temple in Canada, blaming Hindus for instigating the clashes. Intelligence sources revealed that Kiani’s attacks on Indian leaders are directed by ISI, and both he and his associate, Rahat Rao, are under Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) scrutiny in connection with the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
08-Nov-2024
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced on November 8 the discontinuation of its fast-track visa programme, the Student Direct Stream (SDS), to "strengthen programme integrity, address student vulnerability, and ensure all students have equal and fair access to the application process." The move, which will impact thousands of international students, is aimed at addressing housing shortages and resource strains in Canada.
08-Nov-2024
According to sources, Rajinder Prasad, the temple priest of the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton, Canada, who was previously suspended over allegations of “violent rhetoric,” has now been reinstated.
08-Nov-2024
Canadian Member of Parliament (MP) Chandra Arya on November 8 condemned the recent attack by pro-Khalistan extremists on Hindu devotees at the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton, Canada, and criticised efforts to misrepresent it as a Hindu-Sikh conflict. Arya highlighted the unity among the majority of Hindu and Sikh Canadians in rejecting Khalistani extremism and called on both communities to refrain from supporting politicians who do not explicitly denounce such divisive ideologies.
08-Nov-2024
Peel Regional Police on November 8 arrested and charged another individual, identified as Inderjeet Gosal in connection with a violent altercation at a Hindu temple in Brampton, Canada. Gosal faces charges of assault with a weapon and was released on conditions.
07-Nov-2024
People's Party of Canada Chief Maxime Bernier, via social media site X on November 7, intensified his criticism of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and opposition leader Pierre Poilievre. He condemned their failure to name Khalistani supporters as responsible for recent violence, calling their silence “cowardice” that emboldens extremism.
07-Nov-2024
The Indian High Commission in Canada on November 7 announced the cancellation of several consular camps, citing inadequate security measures from Canadian authorities. The decision follows attacks by Khalistani mobs on camps in Brampton and Surrey, where services were disrupted, and attendees were assaulted.
06-Nov-2024
According to a CBC report, members of the Ontario Gurdwaras Committee in Canada voiced concerns over Sikh Canadians' safety following recent violent incidents. They alleged that gurdwaras across Canada have received threats and accused the Indian government of involvement. The committee called for enhanced protection for Sikh communities amidst rising tensions and unease.