Conspiracy against India in Canada is not new. From Khalistani activities to diplomatic stress, bitterness has been clearly visible in relations between the two countries over the years. But in this Canada, five leaders of Indian origin have created new history by winning elections. Five Indian-Canadian candidates, including several prominent ministers, won the Ontario Legislative Assembly elections. This election was important for the Progressive Conservative Party. Who has gained power for the third consecutive time.
Premature election due to Trump’s policies
Anti -India spirit is increasing in Canada. Then the Indian-Canadian people won the election. Five Indian-Canadian candidates won the Ontario Legislative Assembly elections, including several prominent ministers. This election was important for the Progressive Conservative Party, which has gained power for the third consecutive time. The term of the Ontario Legislature was till 2026, but Premier Dug Ford announced a surprising election. He demanded a strong mandate citing US President Donald Trump’s tariff threat. However, reports suggest that Ford was already planning to hold premature elections to gain political benefits. In this election, the opposition targeted Ford and said that he has violated election etiquette by taking two official trips to Washington during the election campaign. But despite these criticisms, his party won about 80 seats and won a majority. However, this figure was slightly lower than the 83 seats of 2022.
Which Indian origin leaders won?
The five Indian-Canadians who won this election come from the Greater Toronto region. Transport Minister Prabhmeet Sarkaria won from Brampton South with 53% of the vote. Housing co-minister Nina Tangry was elected from Mississaiga-Scienceville for the third consecutive time with 48% of the votes. Meanwhile, Hardeep Grewal won from Brampton East and became an MLA for the first time in 2022. So Amarjot Sandhu won the assembly for the third time after winning Brampton West. On the other hand, Deepak Anand has been successful in winning the election again from Missisaga-Malton.
