MEA summons leading UK mediator after Khalistani extremist violations Jaishankar’s safety and security in London–

Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday (March 6) mobilized UK Charg é D’ Affaires Christina Scott after S Jaishankar’s safety and security was breached by a Khalistani extremist in London previously in the day. The Indian international preacher was leaving in an automobile after going to an occasion at the Chatham House brain trust when his safety and security was jeopardized by the extremist.

The MEA mobilize complies with a declaration of stricture by the UK federal government over Jaishankar’s safety and security violation.

Khalistani aspects tried to strike and disrespect @DrSJaishankar by desecrating the Indian flag on British dirt. This is a major problem and questions concerning safety and security gaps inLondon #London #Khalistani @PMOIndia @HMOIndia @metpoliceuk @HCI_London pic.twitter.com/NUqR5d6Z7r

— Gayatri (BharatKiBeti)( @changu311) March 5, 2025

While replying to the occurrence, a representative for the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & & Development Office (FCDO) stated, “We highly condemn the occurrence that occurred outside the Chatham House the other day throughout the External Affairs Minister’s see to the UK. While the UK promotes the right to relaxed objection, any type of efforts to frighten, intimidate, or interrupt public occasions are totally undesirable. The Metropolitan Police acted quickly to deal with the scenario, and we continue to be completely dedicated to guaranteeing the safety and security of all our polite site visitors, in accordance with our global responsibilities.”

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the Indian federal government likewise condemned the occurrence, calling it “unacceptable” and “misuse of democratic freedoms by separatists”.

“We have actually seen the video of a violation of safety and security throughout the browse through of EAM to the UK. We condemn the intriguing tasks of this tiny team of separationists and extremists. We deplore the abuse of autonomous liberties by such aspects. We anticipate the host federal government in such situations to completely measure up to their polite responsibilities,” said a spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs.

Pro-Khalistan supporters staged a protest outside the venue where Jaishankar was invited, during which a man was seen approaching the foreign affairs minister’s vehicle and tearing India’s national flag. Despite their heavy presence, London police officers appeared unresponsive to the act of vandalism.

During his visit, the EAM is set to hold talks with British Foreign Secretary David Lammy. Given the Thursday incident, the issue of extremism and especially the rise of the pro-Khalistani movement in the UK and other nations are expected to be discussed.

In recent years, the United Kingdom has seen a significant rise in the Khalistani movement, leading to multiple instances of vandalism targeting Hindu temples and Indian institutions. Meanwhile, Jaishankar’s visit focused on strengthening the India-UK comprehensive strategic partnership, including trade, health, education, cultural ties, and defence cooperation.

(With inputs from agencies)