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Pro-Khalistan protesters attempted to attack External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in London, leading to a diplomatic outcry from India. The incident occurred outside a venue where Jaishankar was addressing the Indian diaspora. Protesters shouted slogans, heckled attendees, and even tore an Indian flag, prompting concerns over security arrangements by UK authorities.
Videos circulating online show a group of pro-Khalistan activists aggressively trying to breach security. British law enforcement intervened, but the disruption has raised questions about the handling of such protests. This is not the first time Khalistani extremists have targeted Indian officials abroad, with similar incidents reported in the past.
The Indian government has strongly condemned the attack, calling on the UK to take swift action against those involved. “We expect the British authorities to ensure the safety of our diplomats and prevent such incidents in the future,” a government spokesperson stated.
The protest comes amid rising tensions between India and pro-Khalistan groups, which have been advocating for a separate state. Indian officials have consistently urged Western governments to take stricter measures against extremist elements operating on their soil.
The UK government has yet to release an official response regarding the security breach. However, diplomatic experts believe the incident could strain Indo-UK relations, particularly concerning cooperation on security and intelligence-sharing.
This event follows a series of similar disruptions by Khalistani groups targeting Indian diplomatic missions and officials worldwide. The Indian diaspora has also expressed outrage, urging the UK to curb such extremist activities and ensure the safety of Indian representatives abroad.
