Sukhi Chahal: Anti-Khalistan US activist dies mysteriously in California

Sukhi Chahal, a US-based businessman and vocal critic of Khalistani separatism, has died in California under what his friends describe as suspicious circumstances. Chahal, who received death threats for his views, reportedly fell ill suddenly after a dinner invitation.

AMRITSAR: US-based businessman and social activist Sukhi Chahal – known for his anti-Khalistani views -- has died under suspicious circumstances in California.Jaspal Singh, a close friend of Sukhi, said on Saturday that Sukhi was invited to dinner by an acquaintance at their residence on Thursday. "Shortly after dinner, his health suddenly deteriorated, and he died on the spot," Singh said, adding that Sukhi was in good health, and his sudden and unexplained death has raised several questions.Sukhi was widely known for his outspoken criticism of Khalistani elements abroad, he said. According to Singh, what raises suspicion is that Sukhi died ahead of the August 17 Khalistan Referendum event in Washington DC, which he was opposing tooth and nail, Singh said.Founder and CEO of The Khalsa Today, Sukhi Chahal was receiving frequent death threats from pro-Khalistan elements. Yet, he remained steadfast in his views and continued his advocacy fearlessly, said Boota Singh Kaler, one of his acquaintances in California. He further said that his death has triggered a wave of grief among pro-India communities.

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"Police are investigating the incident," Kaler said, adding that the autopsy report will reveal the truth.

Sukhi would advise Indian immigrants to follow US laws and stay away from crimes. "The United States is a society of law and order. Crimes like assault by foreign visitors will not be tolerated. If you break the law in US, your US visa can be revoked, and you may be ineligible to return to the US," Sukhi posted on his X account recently.

About the AuthorYudhvir Rana

He has been working with The Times of India since 2000, reporting on a wide range of subjects including Sikh religious and political affairs, general political and analytical stories, terrorism, issues related to the environment and climate, cross-border affairs, Indo Pak border events , NRI issues, spot events, etc. from Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Gurdaspur, Pathankot, and even Chamba and Kangra districts of Himachal Pradesh. Over the years, he has been delivering in-depth stories with regional insight.

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