1985 Kanishka Bombing Anniversary: Canadian MP warns 'Dark Khalistani forces 'energised again'
- In Reports
- 06:13 PM, Jun 21, 2024
- Myind Staff
A Canadian politician of Indian descent has issued a warning in honour of the approaching anniversary of the Air India Flight 182 bombing, stating that the 329 people who died in 1985 due to the actions of the "dark forces" of the Khalistan cause are "energised again."
Chandra Arya warned about the persistence of Khalistani ideology in Canada during a speech to the parliament, citing recent events that have alarmed Hindu Canadians. In his statement, he denounced the "cowardly act of terror" carried out by radical Khalistani Canadians, referring to it as the bloodiest mass murder in Canadian history.
"Mr. Speaker, June 23 marks the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism," Arya began. "Thirty-nine years ago, on this day, Air India Flight 182 was destroyed mid-air by a bomb planted by Canadian Khalistani extremists.
"The explosion killed all 329 passengers and crew members, making it the largest mass killing in Canadian history." Arya recounted the devastating mid-air explosion of Air India Flight 182 over the Atlantic Ocean in 1985.
Arya expressed dismay over ongoing demonstrations by Khalistani supporters in Canada, including celebrations of the assassination of former Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. He warned that such acts signify the resurgence of “dark forces” advocating violence and hate.
"Many Canadians are unaware that the ideology behind this terrorist attack still exists among a few people in Canada. The recent celebration of the assassination of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi by Khalistan supporters, glorifying violence and hate, shows that these dark forces have been energised again and point to dreadful times ahead," he added.
The Canadian MP’s remarks come as preparations are underway for a memorial service at Queen’s Park on June 23, organised by the Consulate General of India in Toronto. The event will honour the victims of the Air India tragedy, reiterating India’s strong stance against terrorism and rejecting any glorification or justification of such acts.
This anniversary arrives amidst strained relations between India and Canada. Last year, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau suggested Indian involvement in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. India has dismissed these allegations as baseless and has asked Ottawa to provide proof.
Image source: Times of India
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