A significant pro-Khalistan demonstration, reportedly involving over 500 cars, took place in Montreal, Canada, to mobilize support for a non-binding “Khalistani referendum.”
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The rally occurred months after key extremist figures publicly threatened India’s National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval.
Key Takeaways from the Rally
- Massive Turnout Claimed: Videos shared on social media platform X and by pro-Khalistani accounts claimed a “massive turnout” with approximately 500 vehicles joining the demonstration in Montreal on a Sunday.
- Referendum Promoters: The rally was organized by individuals linked to the banned outfit Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), a US-based terror group that is spearheading the non-binding referendum.
- Controversial Figures: The event follows the release on bail of Khalistani extremist Inderjeet Singh Gosal, who, along with SFJ General Counsel Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, openly threatened the Indian government and Ajit Doval. Gosal reportedly stated he was out to support Pannun and organize the referendum on November 23.
- Next Date/Location: A pro-Khalistani post claimed the next referendum event will be held on November 23 in Ottawa.
Social Media Debate Flares
The demonstration ignited a heated debate online, focusing on the movement’s presence in Canada and the government’s response:
| Focus of Debate | Key Arguments/Statements |
| National Security | One nationalist demanded the Khalistani movement be declared a terrorist organization and its members “shipped back,” arguing the movement “does not belong in Canada.” |
| Citizenship | Critics countered that many demonstrators are Canadian citizens, arguing that the issue is domestic and not foreign. One user pointed to the 1985 Air India Flight 182 bombing, which killed mostly Canadians, stating, “families are still waiting for justice.” |
| Government Action | Many users criticized the Canadian government for its perceived inaction against the demonstrators. |
