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The Indian government has raised concerns with Canadian authorities following the murders of three Indian students in Canada last week, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed on Friday.

 

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal described the killings as "unfortunate tragedies" and extended condolences to the families of the victims.

 

"We are saddened at these terrible tragedies that have struck our nationals in Canada," Jaiswal said, adding that the Indian High Commission in Ottawa and consulates in Toronto and Vancouver were offering assistance to the affected families.

 

The Indian missions in Canada are actively engaging with local authorities to ensure that a thorough investigation is conducted.

 

"Our High Commission and Consulates are extending all possible help in the matter," Jaiswal said.

 

The government also issued an advisory urging Indian nationals, particularly students, to exercise extreme caution in Canada, in light of growing concerns over rising hate crimes and criminal violence.

 

Jaiswal emphasised that the safety and welfare of Indian citizens in Canada remained a top priority for the Indian government. 

 

"We have also issued an advisory for our nationals and Indian students to exercise extreme caution and remain vigilant in view of the deteriorating security environment in Canada," he stated.

 

#WATCH | Delhi: On Indian Students in Canada, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal says, "In the last week, we have had unfortunate tragedies in Canada. Three Indian students have been murdered in violent crimes. We are saddened by these terrible tragedies that have struck our… pic.twitter.com/G7dNPkEuJV

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With over 400,000 Indian students currently studying in Canada, the Indian government is deeply concerned about their safety in the wake of these tragic events.

 

Addressing recent reports in the Canadian media regarding delays in visa issuance, Jaiswal strongly rejected the claims as "misinformation." "We have seen the said media report.

 

It is yet another example of the Canadian media's disinformation to malign India," he said, asserting that visa issuance is a sovereign function of the Indian government.

 

"We have the legitimate right to deny visas to those who undermine our territorial integrity. The commentary in the Canadian media on this matter amounts to foreign interference in India's sovereign affairs," Jaiswal added.