The clarification has come amid renewed debate over the case, with an American professor sharing his views on social media and alleging that the Canadian government was attempting to avoid addressing the issue directly. His remarks appeared critical of India and were strongly countered by former Indian Foreign Secretary Kanwal Sibal.
American Professor’s Remarks Draw Response
Christopher Clary, Associate Professor of Political Science at the University at Albany in the United States, commented on the matter, saying that a class could be conducted on how government officials respond when they want to avoid discussing a particular issue.
He said such responses often sound as if officials are speaking openly but actually avoid addressing the core matter. He added that one would expect journalists to be highly skilled at identifying such tactics.
Kanwal Sibal Responds to Allegations
Responding to Christopher Clary’s remarks, Kanwal Sibal questioned how Canada was supposedly avoiding the issue. He said that officials had clearly stated that even after issuing 50 search warrants, no evidence had been found showing any connection with the Indian government.
How is he avoiding the topic?
— Kanwal Sibal (@KanwalSibal) July 8, 2026
Even after conducting 50 search warrants no evidence of links with the Indian government has been found, the official says.
This goes to show how politically motivated was Trudeau’s statement in parliament pointing a finger at India at the behest… https://t.co/GVGTS0CZwE
Sibal said the development indicated that former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s statement in Parliament accusing India was politically motivated and influenced by pro-Khalistan lobbying groups.
He further stated that the decision by concerned agencies to present facts publicly was a courageous step, as they were no longer under the same political pressure as before. According to Sibal, the development has dealt a major setback to anti-India elements because the narrative used to target and defame India has lost its basis.
Who Is Kanwal Sibal
Kanwal Sibal is a 1966-batch Indian Foreign Service officer who served as India’s Foreign Secretary during 2002–2003. He has also served as India’s Ambassador to countries including France, Turkey, Russia, and Egypt.
While his brother chose a political career, Kanwal Sibal pursued a career in the Indian Foreign Service. His diplomatic experience has made him one of the prominent voices on foreign policy issues.
The latest clarification by Canadian police has added a significant development to the Hardeep Singh Nijjar murder case, as officials have stated that no evidence has been found linking the Indian government to the incident despite extensive investigations.
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