Inderjit Singh Gosal Canada arrest has been confirmed by Canadian media reports, with the 36-year-old detained in Ottawa on multiple firearms-related counts. Gosal is widely described as a close associate—and sometimes bodyguard—of Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) counsel Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.
Who is Inderjit Singh Gosal?
Gosal rose to prominence in SFJ circles after the June 2023 killing of Surrey Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, taking on a visible organizing role in Canada. He has frequently appeared alongside Pannun at events and in online campaigns tied to the Khalistan movement.
Prior Charges and Public Safety Concerns
In November 2024, Peel Regional Police charged Gosal with assault with a weapon after a clash at a Greater Toronto Area Hindu temple. He was released on conditions pending a Brampton court appearance. Police have previously warned Gosal of threats to his life, issuing “duty to warn” notices as tensions rose around Khalistan-related incidents.
Arrest Follows High-Level Security Talks
Gosal’s arrest comes days after national security advisors from India and Canada met in New Delhi, pledging closer cooperation on counter-terrorism and transnational crime. The case underscores the sensitive security landscape straddling civil liberties, community safety, and international diplomacy.
What Happens Next
Details of Gosal’s initial court appearance and the full charge list were not immediately available. The case is expected to draw scrutiny from both Canadian authorities and international observers watching the trajectory of India–Canada security collaboration.
