On Sunday, a group of protesters gathered outside the Indian High Commission building in London, causing damage to the windows and removing the Indian flag from the first-floor balcony. The protesters were reportedly demonstrating against recent police action in India’s Punjab state and were carrying “Khalistan” banners. Following the incident, India demanded an explanation for the lack of British security around the premises. On Wednesday, British foreign minister James Cleverly announced that the country will review security at the Indian High Commission in London after the “unacceptable acts of violence” towards the mission’s staff. The Indian government also summoned the most senior British diplomat in New Delhi to protest against the actions taken by “separatist and extremist elements”. According to Indian daily The Hindu, at least a hundred police officers were standing guard on both sides of the road outside the High Commission in London on Wednesday. Cleverly stated that police investigations are ongoing, and necessary changes will be made to ensure the safety of the Indian mission’s staff.
