Violent Khalistani actions within India need firm and nuanced policing. But outrages abroad must be soon countered with a communication offensive that sets the picture right
In recent weeks and months, Khalistani groups have been upping the ante both inside India and abroad. The inspiration is clearly from outside, including from Pakistan, but there is now a local angle to it with the rise of Amritpal Singh’s Waris Punjab De. The latter have been trying to create mayhem in our border state. Outside India, our diplomatic missions have been attacked, including most recently in London and San Francisco. Many Hindu temples have been vandalised in Australia and elsewhere.
This spate of Khalistani activism needs to be seen in perspective. The violent actions inside India need firm and nuanced handling, while the ones outside need proactive moves to counter disinformation.
This spate of Khalistani activism needs to be seen in perspective. The violent actions inside India need firm and nuanced handling, while the ones outside need proactive moves to counter disinformation.