India advised its citizens in Canada and those travelling there on Friday to exercise caution and remain vigilant in view of a “sharp increase in incidents of hate crimes, sectarian violence and anti-India activities” in the country.
The Ministry of External Affairs further stated in an advisory that the High Commissions/Consulates General in Canada have raised these instances with Canadian authorities and demanded that they investigate the alleged offences and take appropriate action.
According to the MEA, the perpetrators of these acts have not yet been brought to justice in Canada.
“In view of the increasing incidents of crimes as described above, Indian nationals and students from India in Canada and those proceeding to Canada for travel or education are advised to exercise due caution and remain vigilant” the advisory stated.
According to the ministry, Indian nationals and students from India in Canada can also register with the High Commission of India in Ottawa or the Consulates General of India in Toronto and Vancouver via their respective websites or the MADAD portal madad.gov.in.
The registration will allow the High Commission and Consulates General to better interact with Indian citizens in Canada in the event of a demand or emergency, according to the statement.