Recently, India has asked Canada to denounce the so-called "Khalistan Referendums" on November 6 in Ontario by the terrorist group "Sikh for Justice" and to take action against anyone who supports terrorism and violence against the biggest democracy in the world. It has asked that the Canadian government put a stop to the referendum and make sure that none of its properties are used to incite hatred or call for violence against Indians.
Now, during a surge in anti-India activities in Canada, High Commissioner Cameron MacKay stated on Thursday that the Justin Trudeau government supports India's sovereignty and territorial integrity. In response to how Canada was handling the anti-India elements in his country, Cameron MacKay responded, "All faiths are welcome in India."
When visiting the Gurudwara Bangla Sahib in the nation's capital, he was questioned about the steps the Canadian government was doing to deal with the banned Khalistani organization.
The High Commissioner said, "In Canada, we love people of all faiths," when asked how Canada was handling the rising anti-Indian elements in his nation.
Earlier, Indian authorities had informed the Justin Trudeau government through its High Commission that both nations had agreed upon the highest levels not to permit the use of their territories for actions harmful to each other's security and national interest.
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On September 16, 2022, the Canadian government sent a note verbale to New Delhi stating that it does not accept such so-called "referendums."
Arindam Bagchi, a spokesperson for the External Affairs Ministry, had earlier stated in response to a media query that the so-called referendum held by separatist groups had been discussed with the Canadian High Commission in Delhi as well as with Canadian authorities.
He said that India has made it clear that it will keep raising these concerns in New Delhi, Ottawa, and other places.
The Indian government had urged Canada to condemn such referendums because they "encourage violence and endanger the territorial integrity of India."