On December 20, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he would investigate all evidence related to allegations that an Indian citizen plotted to murder a Sikh separatist in the US.
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| Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi affirmed that he is ready to investigate the assassination allegations. (Source: Barrons) |
Last month, the US Justice Department charged an Indian citizen with plotting to assassinate a Sikh separatist leader on US soil, and also accused an Indian government official of being part of the plan.
Commenting on the issue, Prime Minister Modi said that India would look into the case if provided with information, and affirmed New Delhi's commitment to complying with the law.
In light of the above situation, the Indian Ministry of External Affairs has set up a "high-level" investigation committee to "examine all aspects related to the incident.
On November 29, the US Department of Justice announced murder charges against Nikhil Gupta, 52, "in connection with his participation in a conspiracy to assassinate a US citizen" of Indian origin.
According to the Ministry, the targeted victim is the leader of an organization in the US and has views supporting the secession of the Indian state of Punjab.
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