Senior Akali Dal leader Parambans Singh Bunty Romana was denied entry to Canada and sent back after arriving at an international airport, party officials confirmed Friday.
Romana did not receive a detailed public explanation for the refusal, though immigration lawyers said visa histories and prior statements can trigger sudden inadmissibility findings.
The episode embarrassed a delegation planning community outreach with diaspora Punjabis ahead of domestic political engagements.
Canadian authorities declined comment citing privacy laws, while Indian consular staff assisted with return travel arrangements.
Akali Dal spokespeople demanded diplomatic clarification, warning that unexplained bans harm legitimate political communication abroad.
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https://indianexpress.com/archive/2026/06/13/page/5/