WATCH: Pro-Khalistan Protesters Disrupt India Day Parade In Toronto
Dozens of pro-Khalistan protesters interrupted the India Day Parade in Toronto on Sunday, heightening tensions during the Indian Independence Day celebrations organized by the Indian diaspora.
The disruption occurred at Nathan Phillips Square on August 18, where the parade was celebrated as one of the largest commemorations of India’s independence in Canada.
A viral video shared on social media, which TheQuotes has yet to independently verify, captured the altercation between pro-India and anti-India groups.
The parade, which featured the “largest Indian flag outside India” and various floats representing Indian states, was marked by increased security due to a planned counter-rally by pro-Khalistan activists.
This incident follows a recent clash between Indian supporters and Khalistan separatists in Surrey, BC, on India’s Independence Day.
The escalating tensions between India and Canada have been exacerbated by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s comments last September regarding “credible allegations” connecting Indian agents to the murder of pro-Khalistan figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
In response to the rising pro-Khalistan activities in Canada, New Delhi has urged the Canadian government to address and curb the actions of secessionist groups, citing concerns over the rule of law and diplomatic relations.
The disturbances at the India Day Parade underscore the broader conflict fueled by the pro-Khalistan movement.