As Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to attend the G7 Summit in Canada, Indian intelligence agencies have raised serious concerns about potential Khalistani-led disruptions during his visit. Indian officials have formally requested Canadian authorities to increase security, citing credible threats from pro-Khalistan groups that have previously targeted Indian diplomats and consulates.
Rising concerns over Khalistani activities
Security agencies in India have flagged the revival of Khalistani outfits in Canada, including Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), whose chief, designated terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, recently released a provocative video aimed at mobilising his supporters ahead of PM Modi’s arrival. The planned protests are timed with the prime minister’s entry into Canada, prompting Indian agencies to urge tighter security perimeters and active surveillance of individuals with extremist affiliations. A senior official, speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed that the threat inputs are being taken seriously and have been communicated to the highest levels of the Canadian security establishment.
This development comes amid strained ties between India and Canada, particularly after incidents of vandalism and threats targeting Indian consulates in Vancouver and Toronto. Indian authorities believe that Canada’s perceived leniency towards anti-India forces operating from its soil has emboldened these groups. The G7 visit is expected to test Canada’s ability to act on India’s concerns while managing global diplomatic expectations.
Tight security and diplomatic expectations
PM Modi’s personal security will be overseen by the Special Protection Group (SPG), which has already conducted a comprehensive threat assessment. The prime minister’s movement during the summit will follow a tightly regulated protocol, with limited public appearances and a fully sanitised route. No additional public events are scheduled, as part of the effort to minimise risk.
Meanwhile, Canadian authorities have yet to issue an official statement regarding the security measures or intelligence warnings. PM Modi is expected to meet Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on the sidelines of the summit, marking their first official engagement. The meeting is being viewed by India’s Ministry of External Affairs as a potential reset in bilateral relations, focusing on mutual respect and cooperation.
Following the G7, PM Modi will travel to Croatia for the first time as an Indian prime minister. He will hold talks with Croatian President Zoran Milanovic and Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic, with plans to deepen cultural and economic ties between the two nations.
