Pro-Khalistan Protesters Targets EAM Jaishankar's Car, Tears Indian Flag

Mar 06, 2025 Khushi Kumari

On March 5, 2025, Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar encountered a security incident in London involving pro-Khalistani protesters

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The incident occurred outside Chatham House in London, where Dr. Jaishankar attended an event

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Pro-Khalistan supporters gathered outside the venue during the event

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As Dr. Jaishankar's car departed, a protester rushed toward the vehicle

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The protester grabbed an Indian flag and tore it while shouting "Khalistan Zindabad"

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London police officers were present but appeared unresponsive during the flag-tearing incident

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The individual was briefly detained by local police before being released

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Dr. Jaishankar remained unharmed and continued his official engagements

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