As the diplomatic standoff between India and Canada continues, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has admitted for the first time the presence of Khalistanis in his country.

Trudeau’s admission came just days after a violent altercation erupted outside a Hindu temple in Brampton, Canada, where pro-Khalistan protesters clashed with worshippers.

Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau for the first time has admitted the presence of Khalistani elements in the country, but added that they do not represent the Sikh community as a whole. Trudeau made the statement on November 4 while addressing the Indian diaspora at a Diwali event in Ottawa.

Justin Trudeau admitted that while Khalistani supporters exist in Canada, they do not represent the Sikh community at large.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, during a Diwali event, asserted that pro-Khalistan separatists do not represent the entire Sikh community in C

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's remark came during a Diwali event at Ottawa’s Parliament Hill on November 4 amid an ongoing diplomatic standoff between India and Canada over Canada's allegations concerning India's involvement in killing or attacking pro-Khalistani leaders on Canadian soil.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has publicly stated that pro-Khalistan separatists do not represent the entire Sikh community in Canada. This statement followed an attack on a consular camp in Brampton by pro-Khalistan individuals.