Produced by: Tarun Mishra
Designed by: Mohsin Shaikh
The ongoing tension between Canada and India over Khalistani terrorists has led to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) revealing details of investments made by Khalistani leaders in Canada
According to a chargesheet filled by NIA, Khalistani separatists were found to have investments in various high-profile ventures, including the film industry, the Canadian Premier League, and luxury yachts in Canada
The NIA's chargesheet reveals 13 instances between 2019 and 2021 where significant amounts, ranging from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 60 lakh, were funnelled from India to Canada and Thailand via the hawala route
Gangster Lawrence Bishnoi played a central role in orchestrating these financial transfers, collaborating closely with Khalistani groups, especially Babbar Khalsa’s International leader Lakhbir Singh Landa
Extortion, illegal liquor, arms smuggling proceeds were sent to Canada through hawala, with the purpose of funding the radical activities of pro-Khalistan elements (PKEs)
Satbir Singh alias Sam is identified as the key player responsible for managing illicit funds in Canada. His investments included luxury yachts, movie financing, and organising the Canadian Premier League
The NIA's chargesheet outlines significant financial transactions, including monthly payments, separate payments of Rs 20 lakh each, and larger transfers in 2020 and 2021 to individuals in Canada
In addition to Canada, illegal investments and financial transactions were made to Thailand from India, primarily for investing in nightclubs and bars
The NIA's exhaustive chargesheet, filed in March, exposed a conspiracy involving a criminal syndicate comprising members from both India and abroad. They are accused of raising funds and recruiting individuals for acts of terror within Delhi and other parts of India
The individuals named in the chargesheet include Lawrence Bishnoi, Jagdeep Singh, Sandeep, Virender Pratap, and several others, along with their associates
The NIA's investigation provides critical insights into the financial operations behind Khalistani activities, shedding light on their global reach and funding sources. These revelations underscore the extensive network of funds sustaining Khalistani activities and highlight the need for concerted efforts to disrupt their financial infrastructure