As India awaits details about the arrest of nationals allegedly linked to the killing of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, top intelligence sources on Sunday revealed a nexus between Canada-based Khalistan groups and Pakistan’s ISI that fosters tension in Indian Punjab by granting visas to people with criminal backgrounds.
Canadian Police arrested three Indians on Friday linked to Nijjar’s killing in June last year. Karan Brar, 22, Kamalpreet Singh, 22, and Karanpreet Singh, 28, all Indian nationals residing in Edmonton, were charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder. Underlining that the probe into Nijjar’s death is Canada’s internal matter and has nothing to do with India, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said New Delhi will wait for information from the Canadian police regarding the arrests.
Refuge in Canada
The inputs shared by top intelligence sources shed light on the operations of seven “A Category” gangsters from Punjab, who have found refuge in Canada and are said to be involved in a myriad of criminal activities. Even with their notorious criminal history in Punjab, these individuals were granted visas to Canada, where they continued their nefarious activities with impunity. Their criminal endeavours range from extortion and drug trafficking to targeted killings and terrorist activities, with connections to various Khalistan groups.
Here are the profiles of 7 gangsters who were granted Canada visas:
- Lakhbir Singh, also known as Landa, hails from Harike, Punjab. Before immigrating to Canada in 2017, he was involved in extortion, drug trafficking, and targeted killings. Singh’s first encounter with the law occurred in 2011 in Harike when he was charged with murder. Joining the Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) in 2017, Singh relocated to Canada with help from Rinda. He was involved in an attack on the Punjab Police Intelligence Headquarters using rocket launchers.
- Ramandeep Singh, alias Raman Judge, is associated with the Jaipal Bhullar gang. He is the brother of incarcerated gangster Gagandeep Singh. Operating from Canada, Singh faces charges related to terrorist activities in Punjab, including the deaths of a “dera devotee” and a priest in Phillaur in 2021. He reportedly acts as an agent and recruiter for the Khalistan Tiger Force.
- Charanjit Singh, known as Rinku, originates from Bihla Village, Barnala District. Initially granted a student visa, Singh engaged in criminal activities in Canada, becoming wanted for murder, extortion, attempted murder, and targeted killings. A confidant of gangster Arshdeep Singh, he facilitated the escape of criminals from Punjab and arranged financing and weapons for criminal acts.
- Gurpinder Singh, alias Baba Dalla, entered Canada on a visitor visa. Formerly a motor mechanic in Badni Kalan village, Singh became involved in disputes and rose to prominence within the Sukhpreet Budda gang. Notably, he posted online about Budda’s intentions to kill sacrilege accused Mahidnerpal Singh, who was later murdered.
- Arshdeep Singh, also known as Arsh Dalla, hails from Dala Village, Moga District, Punjab. He is wanted for the murder of Ripudaman Singh Malik and is known for radicalizing youth, often in collaboration with wanted terrorist Hardeep Nijjar. Singh also funnels money to gangsters and terrorist operatives in Punjab.
- Satveer Singh, known as Warring, immigrated to Canada on a visitor visa from Abohar village. Involved in extortion and youth radicalisation, Singh plays a crucial role in mobilizing youth for criminal activities in India.
- Snoveer Singh, alias Dhillon, is from Punjab and was involved in the murder of an athlete.
Top intelligence sources told CNN-News18 that these gangsters are all based in Canada and mostly got visas after they got involved in criminal activities in India. “They are conducting activities on behalf of ISI. Canada is favoring Pakistan by creating tension in Indian Punjab through the killing of leaders, extortion, and drug trafficking, ultimately channeling money to Pakistan. These activities also serve Canada’s domestic constituency,” sources added.
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