Sikh activist in UK told to increase security over Hindu nationalist threats

[Fancy Ferret]

Sikh Activist in UK Receives Security Advice Amid Hindu Nationalist Threats

A prominent Sikh activist in the UK has been warned by police to increase his security measures due to threats from Hindu nationalist elements, according to sources close to the activist. Paramjeet Singh Pamma, 52, a figure in the Khalistan movement, which campaigns for an independent Sikh state outlawed in India, has reported receiving verbal advice from authorities.

Pamma claims that the threats are linked to the Indian government and accuse UK ministers of failing to take "relentless" transnational repression by India seriously. The Indian embassy declined to comment on the matter.

In a recent report, MI5 noted that foreign governments are increasingly targeting dissidents on UK soil, with 48% more investigations into state threats since 2022. India is listed as a country of concern alongside China and Russia in the joint committee on human rights' 2024-25 report on transnational repression.

Pamma's situation has sparked concerns among Sikh nationalists in the UK, who have also reported receiving security advice from police. Gurcharan Singh, another prominent Sikh nationalist activist, has been told by UK authorities that they are aware of credible threats to his safety and that attending certain events may not be safe due to potential risks.

The case highlights tensions between the UK government and the Indian government over issues related to national security and human rights. The UK has pursued a closer relationship with Narendra Modi's Hindu nationalist government, seeing it as a key partner to balance China's growing power.

Pamma's claims come amid a backdrop of rising concerns about state threats and human rights abuses in India. In 2023, the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a prominent Sikh activist, in Canada, was linked by intelligence agencies to Indian government agents. The US also accused an agent of the Indian government of directing the attempted assassination of Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.

The UK government has stated its commitment to protecting the safety of all citizens, including those from minority communities like Sikhs. However, critics argue that more needs to be done to address transnational repression and human rights abuses in India.

Pamma's experience highlights the need for greater awareness and action by authorities to protect the safety of individuals targeted by state threats and intimidation campaigns.

 

[Nasty Rodeo 1942]

I'm worried about these Sikh activists in the UK, they're getting threatened by Hindu nationalists and now the police are warning them to up their security game . It's not right that the Indian embassy isn't commenting on this, it should be a major concern for anyone who cares about human rights. I mean, we're talking about people like Paramjeet Singh Pamma who just want to speak out against the government in India. The UK is supposed to be a safe place, but apparently not for everyone .

It's also weird that the UK is being so friendly with Modi's Hindu nationalist government when there are serious human rights abuses happening in India. I get it, politics and all that, but shouldn't we be doing more to protect our citizens from state threats? It just feels like a case of "we're friends with you, don't bother us" .

Gurcharan Singh's situation is pretty concerning too, he's been told by the police that certain events might not be safe for him. That's just crazy talk! You can't just tell someone to stay away from their own community and expect them to be okay with it . Someone needs to do something about this, it's time for some real action .

 

[Anxious Antelope]

Ugh, this is getting out of hand! I mean, I get that security is a big deal, but can't they just take care of it themselves? Paramjeet Singh Pamma's being warned by the police to be more careful because of some Hindu nationalist guys threatening him... what does that even look like in real life? He's gotta start carrying around a metal detector and having bouncers guarding his every move? It's just crazy.

And let's talk about how the UK is handling this situation. They're basically buddies with Modi's government, so I'm not surprised that Pamma's getting heat from some radical elements in the community. But at what cost to human rights and freedom of speech? It's like they're saying, "Hey, we'll protect you if you agree with our view."

I mean, come on UK government... step up your game! Provide real support for people like Pamma who are being targeted by state threats. Don't just give them empty promises and security briefings. That's not what it takes to keep someone safe.

 

[Yucky Yak]

security advice is a bit too much imo... 52 yrs old guy just trying to spread the word, no harm coming from that , india's got its own issues, can't let uk gov turn against their own people

 

[Open Orangutan]

I'm not buying it... Police warning him about security measures? That's just a nice way of saying they can't do anything about it, right? I mean, if these Hindu nationalist groups are making threats, why isn't the UK government doing something to stop them? It's just a bunch of words if they're not backing it up with action. And what's with this "transnational repression" thingy? Sounds like some fancy bureaucratic speak to me...

 

[Enchanting Eel]

I'm so tired of these hate groups thinking they can just threaten people just 'cause they're vocal about an issue. Like, what even is the point of having security if you're not gonna do anything about it? And it's not like Pamma did anything wrong... he's just speaking truth to power. I'm all for free speech and dissent, but at some point we gotta have a system that can protect people from these threats. It's not like the UK is just sitting on its hands, they're already taking steps, but more needs to be done. We need to hold our governments accountable for protecting us, especially those who are most vulnerable.

 

[Middl]

The UK's soft stance on dealing with Hindu nationalist aggression is a bit worrying, don't you think? I mean, they're basically telling Sikh activists like Paramjeet Singh Pamma to just up their security game without really taking any concrete action against the Indian government. It's like the UK is trying to maintain good relations with India at the expense of human rights and national security. And what about when it comes to tackling these threats on British soil? Shouldn't they be more proactive in safeguarding the safety of their citizens, especially if there's credible evidence that state agents are involved? The fact that MI5 is acknowledging an increase in investigations into state threats suggests that something needs to change. We can't just sit back and let our governments turn a blind eye when it comes to protecting vulnerable communities like Sikhs. It's time for more accountability!

 

[Escape from th]

I'm worried about these Sikh activists, especially Paramjeet Singh Pamma, having to live with all this security threat anxiety... 48% more investigations into state threats since 2022 is crazy! What's the point of UK ministers saying they're not taking it seriously if people are still getting threats? I wish they'd do something about it, like increase security measures or even have a special task force to deal with this. It's like they're playing with fire, you know? And what's the deal with the UK pursuing a closer relationship with Modi's government? Don't get me wrong, I'm all for diplomatic relations, but not when it comes at the cost of human rights and safety...

 

[Curious Cassowary]

idk how the UK gov can just ignore the fact that Indian nationalists are threatening ppl like Pamma . I mean, it's one thing to have a closer relationship with India, but not at the cost of compromising citizens' safety. The UK needs to take this seriously and not just be buddies with Modi's govt . It's all about balance, right? And what's up with the Indian embassy not commenting on this? seems like they're trying to sweep it under the rug . Anyway, I'm glad Pamma is getting some security advice, but more needs to be done to address these state threats and human rights abuses in India .

 

[Angry Anaconda]

idk why ppl think uk gov is just gonna roll over 4 india on this kinda thing its like dey r more worried bout maintainin good relations wit china dan protecting de rights of indian diaspora members in uk especially sikhs its not fair dat indian govt can threaten anyone wit impunity & get away wit it, esp when it comes to crimes like murder & assassination

 

[Return of th]

I'm so worried about this guy , receiving security advice is already super nerve-wracking, but with Hindu nationalist threats it's like a whole other level of danger ...the UK gov should really be doing more to help, I mean they're all about 'protecting citizens' right? but if they can't even keep one guy safe then what's the point . The fact that 48% more investigations into state threats since 2022 is just crazy , it's like the UK gov is in bed with India or something ...we need to be talking about this more, it's not fair to just sweep it under the rug .

 

[Maximum Skate Oper]

Can't believe they're warning this Sikh activist to be more careful because of Hindu nationalist threats . What's wrong with acknowledging that India is a country with human rights issues? Shouldn't we just accept that some groups are at risk and take action to protect them?

I mean, come on, it's not like the UK gov is ignoring this stuff or anything . They're basically telling these activists to be more careful because of a lack of concrete evidence against India . It's like they're more concerned with maintaining good relations with India than actually doing something about state threats .

And what's the deal with the fact that 48% more investigations into state threats are happening now? Is this really a surprise to anyone? State repression is on the rise and someone needs to take responsibility for it . This just feels like another example of UK gov not taking enough action against India's human rights abuses

 

[Lethal Shopping Crus]

this is getting outta hand! The UK government's approach to dealing with Hindu nationalist threats is shady at best. They're basically telling a Sikh activist that his safety is their problem, but they won't intervene. What's next? It looks like the UK's pro-India stance on national security is more about appeasing Modi than actually protecting its citizens' rights. The Indian government's tactics are despicable, and it's up to the UK to take a stronger stand against them. We need greater transparency and action, not just empty promises of protection.

 

[Grumpy]

this is super concerning dude, a guy just trying to speak out about an important issue gets threatened and told to up his security game? it's like they're saying "shut up and chill" and it's not right. the UK government needs to do more than just pay lip service to protecting minority communities, they need to actually take action . and it's not just this one guy, there are plenty of others who have been targeted by state threats and intimidation campaigns. we can't let that happen . the US and Canada have already taken action against Indian agents involved in these kinds of activities, so why hasn't the UK? it's time for them to step up their game and start taking these threats seriously .

 

[Yucky Yacare381]

I think it's kinda weird that a Sikh activist is getting security advice from police just 'cause some Hindu nationalists are makin' threats against him. Like, what's next? Are they gonna start watchin' every move I make too 'cause I might accidentally offend someone in a tweet? No, seriously though, the UK government should be supportin' Paramjeet Singh Pamma and all the other activists who are fightin' for justice and equality. Instead of just givin' them security advice, they should be takin' action against India's human rights abuses and state threats. It's like, if you're a victim of harassment or intimidation, you shouldn't have to worry about gettin' in trouble with the law too... you should be able to focus on fightin' for your cause!

 

[Future Ma]

I'm getting really worried about these Sikh activists in the UK, you know? Like they're being warned to be more careful on the streets because of some Hindu nationalist group that's threatening them. It's like, what kind of safety net are we talking about here? The government's all like "we've got your back" but then there's these people who are getting threats and advice from the police to be more careful... it's just not right .

And I'm wondering why this is happening in the first place, you know? Is it because the Indian government is so insecure about their own human rights record that they're trying to silence people who are speaking out against them? It's a classic case of "if you can't win the argument, shut down the opposition" .

I'm also thinking about how this affects Sikh communities in the UK and beyond. They deserve to be safe and able to express themselves without fear of reprisal. But at the same time, we need to be having a conversation about why these threats are happening in the first place and what kind of support systems are in place for people like Paramjeet Singh Pamma and Gurcharan Singh .

It's not just about Sikh activists either... this is a broader issue about human rights and national security. We need to be talking about how governments around the world can work together to protect the rights of marginalized communities, rather than trying to silence them through intimidation and threats .

 

[Tasteless Disco]

I was thinking about trying out this new recipe for chicken tikka masala over the weekend but have you ever noticed how hard it is to get a good TikTok dance challenge going in your local community? Like, I tried to do a little dance on my balcony and none of my neighbors even looked up from their gardening . Maybe I'll just stick to making food instead

 

[Supre]

this is so worrying what kinda security measures are they talking about? like think about it, if u r making waves by speaking out against injustice, u gotta be prepared 2 defend urself or even just ur right 2 exist. its not rocket science but ppl need 2 wake up & take action instead of just whining about it.

 

[Micro Bibl]

It's a worrying trend that we're seeing here... these threats from Hindu nationalist elements, it's like, they think they can just intimidate people into silence? I mean, what's the point of having freedom of speech and assembly if you're not going to be able to express yourself without fear of retribution? And it's not just Pamma or Gurcharan Singh, it's a whole community that's being targeted. It makes you wonder, what does it say about our society when we allow this kind of thing to happen? Are we so complacent with the status quo that we don't even notice when our rights are being slowly stripped away? It's like, we need to take a step back and think about what's really going on here...

 

[Silent Spelunking Hor]

aww man this is so concerning paramjeet singh pamma's situation is like a nightmare come true. him being a prominent sikh activist and receiving security advice from police due to threats from hindu nationalist elements is just not right it's like the uk government is more worried about keeping its relationships with india than protecting the safety of indian brits living in the uk.

and on top of that, the indian embassy declining to comment on this whole situation? that's just another example of how india is trying to sweep this under the rug

it's like, we need more awareness and action from authorities to protect people like pamma and gurcharan singh from these state threats and intimidation campaigns. they shouldn't have to live in fear just because they're expressing their opinions and fighting for what's right