Washington, March 14 (NationPress) The shocking assassination of Nancy Grewal, a Canadian national and prominent critic of Khalistani extremism, has ignited urgent discussions about the need for enhanced protection for women across Canada. It has also raised alarm over the threats to free speech, as critics continue to be silenced by Khalistani militants. This incident underscores the influence that such extremist groups are believed to exert within the Canadian and North American contexts, according to a report released on Saturday.

In an article for Washington-based Global Strat View, attorney and author Sanjay Lazar noted that numerous political and social figures have called for prohibiting Khalistani organizations and implementing stringent measures against violent perpetrators and terrorist activities that are reportedly linked to places of worship. They argue that these actions are essential to dismantle the grip that terror factions and criminals have over the Gurdwara network across Canada, which is alleged to serve as a channel for Khalistani arms, drugs, and human trafficking rings.

Discussing Nancy's murder on the evening of March 3 in Canada, Lazar stated, “She had evidently taken on influential figures, both within the Windsor Gurdwara and throughout Canada, and had pointed fingers at certain individuals from Punjab who were purportedly aiding the Khalistani agenda. Her pursuit of truth was unyielding, regardless of whether it involved political figures from Punjab or Canada; she opposed anyone who supported Khalistan and associated criminal activities.”

“Local members at her gurdwara on County Road 42 in Windsor had warned her to silence herself. Nancy, a Canadian Sikh, was against the transformation of the gurdwara into a Khalistani terrorist stronghold. The laxity of Canadian laws allowed this to persist, in stark contrast to the stringent anti-terrorism measures enacted in the United States following 9/11,” he added.

The report indicated that despite receiving close to 40 death threats—including an arson attack on her residence in November of the previous year—Nancy was not afforded protection by either the Windsor Police or the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). While law enforcement seemingly conducted no surveillance, her assailants, allegedly linked to Khalistan, were monitoring her activities.

“The inaction is alarming; despite the arson incident occurring in early November 2025, neither the Windsor Police nor the RCMP made significant progress in the investigation. This is particularly concerning given the availability of video evidence and street camera footage near Nancy’s residence. Were the authorities waiting for further incidents to occur?” the report questioned.

According to the report, Nancy's mother, Shinder Pal Grewal, claimed that those responsible for the earlier arson attack on her daughter’s home might also be linked to the murder. Shinder stated that the previous attack was reported to law enforcement, and asserted that her daughter consistently informed authorities whenever she received threats, yet no meaningful action was taken.