Diplomatic Fallout: Sanjay Verma's Shocking Ouster from Canada

In a dramatic diplomatic row, India's recalled High Commissioner Sanjay Verma criticizes Canada for unprofessional behavior. Verma was declared a 'person of interest' linked to the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar. He accuses Canada of ignoring Khalistani activities for electoral gains.

In a remarkable twist of diplomatic relations, Sanjay Verma, India's former High Commissioner to Canada, has condemned Canada's treatment as 'the pits.' Verma's comments follow his abrupt designation as a 'person of interest' in connection with the investigation into the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen labeled as a Khalistani terrorist by India.

Speaking to PTI, Verma accused Canadian authorities of overlooking illegal activities by Khalistani supporters due to their electoral influence, describing their operations as a criminal enterprise involving gun-running and human trafficking. This has been a point of contention for Verma, who asserts that Canada backstabbed India, a supposed friendly democracy.

The diplomatic tensions escalated when Verma, along with five other Indian diplomats, was asked to waive their diplomatic immunity. This unexpected move has left Verma accusing Canada of betrayal and grieving over the sudden fracture in Indo-Canadian relations, emphasizing previously strong ties between the two nations.

(With inputs from agencies.)