Indian man admits plot to kill US-based Sikh separatist leader
Summary
An Indian man named Nikhil Gupta has pleaded guilty to plotting to kill a Sikh separatist leader, Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, in New York City. Gupta admitted to charges including murder-for-hire and conspiracy, potentially leading to a 40-year prison sentence. The case involves international allegations, with claims that Gupta was directed by an Indian official, which India denies.Key Facts
- Nikhil Gupta, 54, admitted to plotting to kill Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.
- Gupta faces charges of murder-for-hire, conspiracy to commit murder-for-hire, and money laundering.
- Prosecutors claim Gupta was instructed by an Indian official to carry out the plot.
- The target, Pannun, is a US citizen advocating for the Khalistan movement, which seeks a Sikh homeland in India.
- India has denied any involvement in the murder plot against Pannun.
- The plot was uncovered when Gupta unknowingly contacted a US undercover agent posing as a hitman.
- No arrests have been made against the Indian official, Vikash Yadav, who was allegedly involved.
- The Khalistan movement is not widely supported in India but has advocates abroad.
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