Indian High Commissioner Sanjay Kumar Verma urges Canada for evidence of allegations against India in Nijjar case
once again asked Canada to provide evidence supporting its allegations that India was involved in the killing of its pro-Khalistani citizen Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The ongoing dispute stemmed from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's accusations earlier this year, hinting at possible Indian government involvement in Nijjar's murder, despite India designating Nijjar as a terrorist in 2020. Also Read: Explained.
India's contradictory response on assassination attempt claims of Nijjar, Pannun Speaking to CTV News Channel regarding India's cooperation in the investigation post-Trudeau's allegations, Verma highlighted two key points. Firstly, he expressed concerns about India being presumed guilty before the investigation's completion, questioning the adherence to the rule of law. Secondly, Verma emphasised that India has always offered a willingness to scrutinize any "specific and relevant" evidence supporting Trudeau's claims.
Also Read | India-Canada ties: On resumption of e-visas for Canadians, Jaishankar says ‘situation relatively improved’ Verma reiterated India's stance, stating that neither Canada nor its allies had provided substantial evidence regarding Nijjar's killing. He emphasised the absence of specific or relevant information to aid in the investigation, underscoring India's inability to assist due to this shortfall. Following Trudeau's assertions, diplomatic tensions surged, resulting in mutual expulsions of diplomats and temporary suspension of certain visa services by India.
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