The Indian mission in Canada has asked for additional security as Khalistani and Pakistani elements have joined the protests near the high commission and Indian consulates in the country. Ever since the farm bill protest started in India, fringe elements in Canada have been protesting near the Indian High Commission in Ottawa, which has raised the fear of the about the security of the campus. The release by MEA said, "comments have encouraged gatherings of extremist activities in front" of Indian High Commission and Consulates in Canada that "raise issues of safety and security." Calling, the Canadian Government to "ensure the fullest security of Indian diplomatic personnel", the statement asked Canadian Leadership to "refrain from pronouncements that legitimize extremist activism." Last year Pakistani protestors vandalized the Indian mission in London.

Source: dna December 05, 2020 19:30 UTC