Live: Canada Election 2025 Results – NDP’s Jagmeet Singh Crushed in Shift Favoring India-Canada Ties

Ottawa, April 29 – Jagmeet Singh’s New Democratic Party (NDP) faced a devastating blow in Canada’s federal election on April 28, plummeting to just 7 seats from 24 in 2021, its worst showing in two decades. Singh lost his Burnaby Central seat and announced his resignation, signaling a potential boost for India-Canada relations amid a Liberal minority government.

Key Election Outcomes

• Liberal Party (Mark Carney): 160 seats, forming a minority government.
• Conservative Party (Pierre Poilievre): 140 seats, Official Opposition.
• NDP (Jagmeet Singh): 7 seats, losing official party status.
• Bloc Québécois: 23 seats | Green Party: 1 seat.

Why This Matters for India?

• Khalistan Issue: Singh’s defeat dims pro-Khalistan advocacy in Parliament, easing tensions post-2023 Nijjar controversy.
• Trade Relations: Conservatives and Liberals both back stronger India trade ties, eyeing a free trade agreement revival.
• Diplomatic Reset: Poilievre’s pledge to curb extremism aligns with India’s security concerns.

Jagmeet Singh’s Controversial Legacy

Indian Diaspora Reaction

• Greater Toronto Area: Punjabi-Canadians in Brampton and Mississauga swung 55% to Conservatives, per early tallies.
• Business Leaders: “Singh’s exit opens doors for trade and investment,” said Anita Gupta, Canada-India Business Council board member.

What’s Next?

• Diplomatic Thaw: India may restore full visa services, paused since 2023.
• Security Talks: Progress on extradition treaties to address India’s concerns over separatist activities.
• Economic Boost: Canadian pension funds plan $10 billion in Indian infrastructure by 2027.

The NDP’s collapse and Singh’s resignation mark a turning point, potentially paving the way for warmer India-Canada ties under Carney’s leadership and Poilievre’s cooperation.

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