The truth about India-Canada relation

Recent years have seen a strain in the relationship between India and Canada, with tensions escalating over various issues. One major point of contention is the alleged Indian government involvement in the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen and Sikh separatist leader. Canada has accused India of conducting a "campaign of violence" against Sikh separatists on Canadian soil, leading to the expulsion of Indian diplomats and other retaliatory measures.

Beyond these recent tensions, the two countries share a long history of bilateral relations dating back to the 19th century. Both are members of the Commonwealth of Nations and the G20 group of major economies. There is a significant Indian diaspora in Canada, contributing to strong people-to-people ties. Economically, the two countries have been working towards a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to deepen their trade and investment relationship. However, the recent diplomatic disputes have cast a shadow over these efforts.

It's important to note that while the current tensions are significant, they don't erase the historical and cultural connections between the two countries. Both nations have expressed a desire to resolve the issues and restore a positive relationship, but the path forward remains uncertain.