A Bold Step for Sikh Activists

In a stunning move, prominent community activist Moninder Singh has revealed that disinviting Liberal MPs from Sikh temples is under serious consideration. This decision comes as a powerful response to Prime Minister Mark Carney’s controversial invitation to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the upcoming G7 summit.

The Lingering Fallout from Modi's Invite

Singh, who represents the Sikh Federation Canada and the British Columbia Gurdwaras Council, emphasized that the fallout from Carney's invitation won’t simply vanish once the summit wraps up in Alberta next week. "Everything is on the table going forward," he stated emphatically during a press conference.

A Deep Betrayal for the Sikh Community

Singh expressed that the Sikh community feels a profound sense of betrayal over this invitation and is determined not to let the issue fade after Modi’s visit. He said, "We won’t back down from this issue. Once Mr. Modi arrives and leaves, our concerns won’t just go away." This sentiment echoes widely among Sikh activists and organizations.

Canada Faces Serious Allegations Against India

This controversy is intensified by serious allegations regarding India's involvement in violent crimes on Canadian soil, including murders and gang activity. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has indicated it possesses credible evidence linking Indian government agents to such activities.

A Shocking Revelation from Trudeau

In September 2023, former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau shocked the House of Commons when he announced that Canada had "credible allegations" against Indian agents in connection with the assassination of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, who was shot outside a Surrey, B.C. temple.

India's Denial and the State of Relations

Despite India denying these allegations, the diplomatic relationship between Canada and India has hit new lows. Last week's announcement of Modi’s attendance at the G7 meeting seemed to thaw some of that tension, but questions about accountability linger.

Carney’s Justification for the Invite

Prime Minister Carney has defended his decision to invite Modi, citing India's vital role in global supply chains and its status as the fifth-largest economy and most populous nation. He underscored that he made this decision in alignment with discussions among G7 partners.

Conversations on Accountability

Carney also noted that he has spoken with Modi about Nijjar's death and the ongoing police investigation, stating that they agreed to maintain a dialogue focused on law enforcement. He mentioned that some progress regarding accountability is being made.