‘Hope to rebuild ties’: India after Trudeau’s exit, says ties with Canada hit due to ‘license given to extremists’ | India News

Justin Trudeau (File picture)

NEW DELHI: The central authorities on Friday mentioned it’s prepared to rebuild ties with Canada, which has taken a hit over Ottawa harbouring anti-India components.
The ministry of exterior affairs mentioned the downturn in relations between each nations was attributable to the Trudeau-led Canadian authorities giving license to the extremist and secessionist components.
“The downturn in India-Canada relations was caused by the license that was given to the extremist and secessionist elements in the country. Our hope is that we can rebuild our ties based on mutual trust and sensitivity,” overseas ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal mentioned in a press briefing.

Over the previous a number of months, relations between New Delhi and Ottawa have skilled important pressure, primarily due to the presence of Khalistanis, who actively work towards India’s nationwide safety.
In October 2024, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused Indian authorities brokers of involvement within the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen and outstanding Sikh separatist chief, in British Columbia.
This allegation led to a diplomatic disaster, with each nations expelling senior diplomats. Canada’s federal police claimed to have credible proof of Indian brokers partaking in unlawful actions on Canadian soil, together with intelligence gathering and interference in democratic processes.
The scenario additional deteriorated when demonstrations close to a Hindu temple in Brampton, Ontario, have been dispersed by police after weapons have been reportedly noticed amongst contributors. This occasion adopted a violent protest involving Khalistani terrorists opposing a go to from Indian consular officers.
In response to these developments, India invoked the supply of parity in Canada’s diplomatic presence, citing considerations over interference in its affairs by Canadian personnel.
External affairs minister S Jaishankar acknowledged that the connection between the 2 nations was going by means of a troublesome part and indicated that India may resume issuing visas to Canadians if there was progress in making certain the protection of Indian diplomats in Canada.
However, Justin Trudeau on January 6 introduced his resignation as chief of the Liberal Party, citing inner conflicts that hindered his capability to successfully lead into the subsequent election.
The probabilities of enchancment in ties appeared after Mark Carney was named the brand new Canadian Prime Minister. Carney has, previously, expressed a optimistic outlook on India, notably relating to its financial progress and dedication to clear power.