UK Police Urge Sikh Activist to Increase Security as Hindu Nationalists Threaten Him with Indian Government Interference.
A prominent Sikh activist living in the UK has been warned by police to step up security measures at his home due to threats from Hindu nationalist groups and alleged interference from the Indian government.
Paramjeet Singh Pamma, a high-profile figure in the Khalistan movement, which seeks an independent Sikh state, said he had received verbal advice from local and counter-terrorism police to install security cameras and reinforce door locks after receiving intelligence suggesting threats to his safety. The threats were allegedly linked to Indian authorities.
Pamma expressed frustration with the UK government's response to the growing threat of transnational repression by India, stating "the repression we are going through has been relentless, it is crossing borders and reaching into our families now." He also highlighted concerns about accountability for alleged human rights abuses against Sikh activists, claiming his own family had faced threats after his activism.
Pamma's claims come as the UK strengthens ties with Narendra Modi's Hindu nationalist government in India. This shift has sparked controversy over allegations of Indian state interference in British society and potential security threats to minority groups like Sikhs.
Two Sikh nationalists based in the UK have reported receiving similar security advice from police, including Avtar Singh Khanda, whose sudden death last year raised concerns about Indian police harassment and alleged involvement in his killing.
UK authorities maintain that their priority is to ensure public safety, but critics argue that the government's handling of transnational repression issues with India falls short.
The increasing threat of violence against Sikh activists has prompted calls for increased vigilance from UK law enforcement agencies, while concerns over accountability and policy responses continue to simmer in the background.
A prominent Sikh activist living in the UK has been warned by police to step up security measures at his home due to threats from Hindu nationalist groups and alleged interference from the Indian government.
Paramjeet Singh Pamma, a high-profile figure in the Khalistan movement, which seeks an independent Sikh state, said he had received verbal advice from local and counter-terrorism police to install security cameras and reinforce door locks after receiving intelligence suggesting threats to his safety. The threats were allegedly linked to Indian authorities.
Pamma expressed frustration with the UK government's response to the growing threat of transnational repression by India, stating "the repression we are going through has been relentless, it is crossing borders and reaching into our families now." He also highlighted concerns about accountability for alleged human rights abuses against Sikh activists, claiming his own family had faced threats after his activism.
Pamma's claims come as the UK strengthens ties with Narendra Modi's Hindu nationalist government in India. This shift has sparked controversy over allegations of Indian state interference in British society and potential security threats to minority groups like Sikhs.
Two Sikh nationalists based in the UK have reported receiving similar security advice from police, including Avtar Singh Khanda, whose sudden death last year raised concerns about Indian police harassment and alleged involvement in his killing.
UK authorities maintain that their priority is to ensure public safety, but critics argue that the government's handling of transnational repression issues with India falls short.
The increasing threat of violence against Sikh activists has prompted calls for increased vigilance from UK law enforcement agencies, while concerns over accountability and policy responses continue to simmer in the background.
. It feels like the global community is getting smaller by the day. The UK's response to this situation just makes things more complicated. I mean, on one hand, you gotta protect public safety, but at the same time, it looks like the government is more concerned with maintaining those ties with India than actually supporting their own minority groups 
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. We need real action, like increased support for minority groups and consequences for those responsible for human rights abuses 
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this is so worrying 
, as if being a public figure isn't enough, now you're supposed to be constantly on the lookout for threats to your safety? it's like the UK gov is sending mixed signals - they want to strengthen ties with India but also protect its citizens from any perceived backlash. 
what about accountability though? if the Indian gov is interfering in the UK, shouldn't there be some kind of repercussions? 
, can't they see that India's actions are affecting Brits too? 
like what if this was a Muslim activist or an activist from another community... would they get the same treatment? 
this is so worrying, a Sikh activist getting threats from Hindu nationalists & being advised by police to step up security 
. it's like they're being left high and dry, no clear protection from either side 
. can't just ignore transnational repression issues & hope everything magically gets better 
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the fact that the UK is strengthening ties with india at the same time is just adding fuel to the fire. and what's with avtar singh khanda's death last year? was it really an accident or did someone from the indian government have something to do with it? 
pamma's right, the repression's been goin on 4 ages now & its affectin not just sikhs but other minorities too. 
Security cameras, reinforced door locks... it's like they're preparing for a siege! 
What's next, police helicopters outside every activist's house? It's all so intense and unpredictable. I just want everyone to be able to live without fear of harassment or violence 
. The police should be helping these Sikhs instead of telling them to increase security like they're some kind of fugitives 
. I just wish we could get some real support from our government on this one... it's just not right, you know? 
. The UK needs to take a firm stance against transnational repression and show solidarity with minority groups 
. We need to make sure our police are supporting these activists, not just because of national security reasons, but also because they're speaking truth to power 
. It's time for the UK gov't to step up its game and protect minority groups like Sikhs 
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