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India Confirms Audio and Video Surveillance of Consular Officials in Canada Amid Diplomatic Tensions, Says Randhir Jaiswal

Nov 2, 2024, 09:58 AM

The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has confirmed that some of its consular officials in Canada are under audio and video surveillance. The Canadian government informed these officials that their communications have been intercepted. This revelation comes amid ongoing tensions between India and Canada, with the MEA accusing Canadian officials of deliberately leaking unfounded allegations to the international media to discredit India and sway other nations. MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal addressed these issues, emphasizing the importance of regular dialogue with the United States regarding migration and mobility, following recent deportations of irregular Indian migrants from the U.S.