Controversy Erupts as Trudeau Blames India for Sikh Activist's Murder

Indian officials and citizens have expressed anger and frustration after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused Delhi of involvement in the murder of a Canadian Sikh leader, Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Trudeau's claim of "credible allegations" linking the Indian state to the murder has been rejected by India as "absurd". The accusation has further strained relations between the two countries, with some Indian analysts suggesting that Trudeau's political alliance with Sikh radicals in Canada has contributed to the deterioration of bilateral ties. The Indian opposition party, Congress, has supported the government's stance, emphasizing the need to combat terrorism that threatens India's sovereignty.