India conveys to new government in Canada concern over separatists' anti-Hindu rally

NEW DELHI: As the new Canadian government under Prime Minister Mark Carney takes shape, the activities of Khalistan separatists in the North American country continue to plague the bilateral relationship amid efforts underway to mend it.

The Indian government conveyed Monday its concerns "in the strongest terms" to the Canadian High Commission in New Delhi regarding the parade held in Toronto where unacceptable imagery and threatening language were used against Indian leadership, and Indian citizens residing in Canada.

"We once again call on Canadian authorities to act against anti-India elements who spread hatred and advocate extremism and a separatist agenda," said a governement source speaking on the condition of anonymity.

The "anti-Hindu" parade in Toronto came days after Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney and the governing Liberal Party secured victory in national elections. India has said it's willing to work with the new govt but based on respect for each other's concerns and interests.