UK to review security at Indian High Commission in London after protests

UK to review security at Indian High Commission in London after protests

UK FM says police probe ongoing after "acts of violence", UK will make "necessary changes" to ensure Indian staff's safety.

India reduces security outside UK high commission in New Delhi

Barriers also removed from high commissioner’s residence after Sikhs protest at Indian mission in London

UK to review security at Indian High Commission in London after acts of violence

LONDON, March 23 — British foreign minister James Cleverly yesterday said the country will review security at the Indian High Commission in London following “unacceptable acts of violence” towards the mission’s staff.Earlier this week, India summoned the most senior British diplomat in New Delhi to protest at the actions taken by “separatist and extremist elements” against the country’s mission in London.The BBC and Indian media reported that pr…

UK to review security at Indian High Commission in London after protests

The BBC and Indian media reported that protesters with "Khalistan" banners detached the Indian flag from the first-floor balcony of the diplomatic mission's building earlier, to protest against the recent police action in India's Punjab state. Khalistan refers to an independent Sikh state sought by some groups but which does not exist.

UK to ensure Indian mission's staff safety in London amid pro-Khalistan protest

India had taken the step in response to a violent protest outside the Indian mission in London over the weekend.

UK To Review Security At Indian High Commission In London After Protests

British foreign minister James Cleverly on Wednesday said the country will review security at the Indian High Commission in London following "unacceptable acts of violence" towards the mission's staff. Earlier this week, India summoned the most senior British diplomat in New Delhi to protest at the actions taken by "separatist and extremist elements" against the country's mission in London. The BBC and Indian media reported that protesters with …