In a significant move targeting anti-India extremism, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s government has reportedly formed a special task force with the aim of dismantling the funding network of Khalistan supporters.

According to a report by DailySamvad, this has resulted in the freezing of over 300 bank accounts and the seizure of approximately Rs 100 crore (roughly £10 million) linked to these supporters.

The UK government’s actions demonstrate a firm stance against extremism and underscore their commitment to upholding peace and stability within their borders and beyond. The crackdown sends a clear message that support for terrorism and separatist movements will face severe consequences.

The investigation has reportedly extended to uncover suspicious transactions across Canada, the United States, Australia, and New Zealand, highlighting the global reach of such extremist networks. Disrupting this financial infrastructure strikes a significant blow to any anti-India activity that relies on these funds.

Among the notable seizures was a sum of Rs 20 crore (£2 million) found in the account of Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), a pro-Khalistan organization advocating for a separate Sikh state. The group’s previous deposit for a pro-Khalistan referendum in Scotland further solidifies SFJ’s efforts to promote its separatist agenda internationally.