NIA to probe attack on Indian High Commission in London by Khalistani supporters

MHA took the decision to hand over the case to the NIA following a meeting with UK representatives last week, the sources indicated

PGurus Newsdesk

April 18, 2023

MHA took the decision to hand over the case to the NIA following a meeting with UK representatives last week, the sources indicated

Anti-terror probe begins into the attack on Indian High Commission in London

On Tuesday the National Investigation Agency (NIA) took over the case of attack by pro-Khalistan protesters on the Indian High Commission in London on March 19. The case was earlier registered with the Special Cell of the Delhi Police.

Earlier, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs gave the nod to transfer the case to NIA.

The Special Cell of Delhi Police had registered an FIR in connection with the protest staged by pro-Khalistani activists at the Indian High Commission in London on March 19 during which the tricolour was pulled down from the premises. The case was registered after the Union Ministry of Home Affairs asked Delhi Police to take legal action.

The FIR was registered under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, and Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act and an investigation has been initiated in the case.

The British Deputy High Commissioner was also summoned by the Centre, demanding an explanation for the complete absence of security during the protest. The British High Commissioner to India, Alex Ellis, described the incident as “disgraceful” and “totally unacceptable”.

[With Inputs from IANS]

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