'Unwarranted': India After US Summons Ajit Doval Over Alleged Plot to Kill Khalistani Terrorist

New Delhi: The Ministry of External Affairs firmly dismissed allegations made by designated terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, who filed a lawsuit against the Indian government in the United States. The ministry emphasized that Pannun represents an unlawful organization, highlighting his connections to the banned Khalistani group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ).

Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri addressed the media, stating, "I would only invite your attention to the person behind this particular case whose antecedents are well known. The organization he represents has been declared unlawful under the Unlawful Activities Prevention Act of 1967."

Pannun, in his lawsuit, claims he narrowly escaped an assassination attempt orchestrated by the Indian government due to his advocacy for a sovereign state for Sikhs. He is seeking damages and has named several high-ranking officials, including National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and former R&AW chief Samant Goel, alleging that R&AW officer Vikram Yadav coordinated the alleged attack.

Misri reiterated the government’s stance, calling the claims “completely unwarranted and unsubstantiated.” He affirmed that the lawsuit does not alter the Indian government's view on Pannun or the situation surrounding his activities.