Khalistani Terrorist Pannun Does It Again | India, Canada, Khalistan & The Pak Connection
India–Canada ties see a cautious reset as experts discuss trade hopes, Khalistan tensions, and the path to rebuilding trust between the two nations.
In a detailed conversation hosted by Ms. Barkha Dutt, three experts shared their views on the current state of India–Canada relations. The panel included Vina Nadjibulla, Vice-President of Research & Strategy at the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada; Ambassador Bhaswati Mukherjee, Former Indian Diplomat; and Kushal Mehra, host of The Carvaka Podcast who lives between India and Canada and closely observes diaspora politics.
A Fresh Start, but Old Tensions Remain
The discussion began with the recent meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, which signaled a new effort to repair strained ties. The reopening of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) talks shows renewed political will on both sides.
However, Ms. Dutt highlighted the core concern for India: the continuing activities of Khalistani extremist groups in Canada, including the recent “referendum” and violent anti-India slogans. Ambassador Mukherjee stressed that while relations are improving, India cannot ignore threats, hate speech, and the history of the 1985 Air India bombing, for which justice is still pending.
Canada’s View & Shared Security Concerns
Vina Nadjibulla acknowledged the sensitivity of the Khalistan issue but noted that Canada also faces concerns such as foreign interference. She emphasized that both governments must use official channels to rebuild trust instead of allowing rhetoric to dominate the relationship. She also pointed out growing cooperation in technology, innovation, and trade.
“Cautious Optimism” for the Future
Kushal Mehra said Prime Minister Carney appears more willing than his predecessor to address India’s concerns. He believes Canada’s security agencies may now cooperate more strongly with India. But he also warned that fringe extremist groups still misuse Canada’s open society.
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