At least one of the three Indian suspects in the killing of pro-Khalistan figure Hardeep Singh Nijjar arrived in Canada as an international student via the EthicWorks Immigration Services. Karanpreet Singh Brar of Kotkapura was granted a study visa, according to Canadian Press. He also voiced opposition to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and supported the farmers’ protests. The other accused, Kamalpreet Singh, also came to Canada on a study visa in 2019. The immigration status of the third accused, Karanpreet Singh, is yet to be confirmed. India’s External Affairs Minister has alleged that Canada has welcomed criminals from Punjab, but Canada’s Immigration Minister denies laxity.