The UK government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, has taken a significant step in combatting anti-Bharat extremism. Reports reveal the formation of a special task force aimed at dismantling the funding network of Sikh Extremism supporters. This move signals a firm stance against extremism and underscores the commitment to peace and stability, both domestically and internationally.
The task force, initiated last year, was established following discussions between UK Security Minister Tom Tugendhat and Bharatiya External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in Delhi. It was accompanied by a fund of approximately Rs 1 crore, aimed at tackling Pro Sikh extremism. Recent actions of freezing over 300 bank accounts and seizing around Rs 100 crore linked to these supporters highlight the government’s resolve.
The crackdown extends beyond UK borders, with suspicious transactions across Canada, the United States, Australia, and New Zealand coming under scrutiny. Disrupting the financial infrastructure of extremist networks deals a significant blow to anti-Bharat activities reliant on such funds.
Notable among the seizures was a sum of Rs 20 crore found in the account of Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), a Sikh Separatist organization advocating for a separate Sikh state. SFJ’s previous deposit for a Sikh Separatist referendum in Scotland underscores its efforts to promote separatist agendas globally.
Though there are no official statements from the UK government confirming these reports, the message to groups promoting extremist ideologies is clear. The task force, comprising over 5000 accounts on its watchlist, categorizes accounts belonging to Extremist leaders directly and those of their supporters.
Furthermore, the British task force has reached out to counterparts like the FBI in the United States to crackdown on Sikh Separatist support groups. Plans are underway to address Expremist leaders’ funding in the US, highlighting the importance of international cooperation in combating extremism and separatism globally.
In conclusion, the UK government’s actions demonstrate a resolute commitment to upholding peace and stability, sending a clear message that support for terrorism and separatist movements will face severe consequences. This ongoing effort underlines the significance of collaborative efforts in the fight against extremism worldwide.
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