India's Bishnoi Gang Linked to Murder in Canada: A Diplomatic Row

The notorious Bishnoi crime gang from India is in the spotlight due to a controversial murder case in Canada. This gang, led by a 31-year-old law graduate named Lawrence Bishnoi, is well-known for its assassinations and extortion activities in India. Recently, Canadian police suggested that the Bishnoi gang might be involved in the murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Vancouver. Nijjar was an advocate for a separate Sikh state called Khalistan and was wanted by Indian authorities for alleged terrorism. The case has caused a diplomatic rift between India and Canada. The Canadian police believe that the Indian government could be using organized crime groups to target South Asian diaspora and Sikh separatists.

The gang's history is notorious. Lawrence Bishnoi has been in jail for a while, facing trial for smuggling heroin from Pakistan. He is also associated with high-profile murders in India, including the execution of a popular Sikh rapper and a politician in Mumbai. The gang even issued death threats to Bollywood star Salman Khan for hunting antelopes, which are sacred to the Bishnoi community. Two members of the gang were arrested for firing at Khan's home in Mumbai, while the actor remained unharmed. The recent diplomatic row is due to the Canadian police naming the Indian envoy to Ottawa as a "person of interest" in the investigation, which India denies and calls "preposterous." The gang's activities and international connections are under scrutiny, leading to the expulsion of diplomats by both countries. This case underscores the complex nature of transnational crime and diplomatic relations.

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