Who is Harjeet Singh Laddi, Babbar Khalsa International terrorist behind firing at Kap's Cafe in Canada?
Khalistani terrorist Harjeet Singh Laddi, who is one of India's most-wanted criminals, has said he was behind the shooting outside Kap's Cafe in Surrey in Canada. This new restaurant is said to be linked to Indian comedian Kapil Sharma. The firing happened late at night on July 9. Some unknown people shot bullets outside the cafe, but luckily, no one was hurt.
Laddi lives in Canada and is linked to Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), a banned Khalistani terrorist group. He has been watched closely by Indian security agencies because of his role in violent activities. India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) has him on their most-wanted list.
He is also the main suspect in the killing of VHP leader Vikas Prabhakar, who was shot dead in Nangal, Punjab, in June 2024. After that murder, the NIA started a big investigation and found that Laddi and his partners, including a man named Kulbir Singh (also called Sidhu), were part of a larger plan.
The NIA has offered a reward of Rs. 10 lakh for any information that could help catch Harjeet Singh Laddi. Why was Kap's Cafe attacked?
According to reports, the shooting at Kap's Cafe was possibly triggered by an old episode of The Kapil Sharma Show . In that episode, a character made jokes about the clothing and behavior of Nihang Singhs, a respected Sikh warrior group.
Some people, especially within the Sikh community, felt that these jokes were insulting and mocked their religious beliefs and traditions. A statement circulating online said: 'This is a mockery of Sikh spiritual traditions and the dignity of Nihang Singhs. No religion or spiritual identity should be ridiculed in the name of comedy.'
The statement also claimed that attempts were made to reach Kapil Sharma's team to explain the hurt caused, but all calls were reportedly ignored. It ended with a demand for a public apology from Kapil Sharma.
On the night of the attack, nearly 12 bullets were fired at the cafe, according to Canadian journalist Sameer Kaushal. He also shared a video on social media showing several bullet holes in the glass windows of the restaurant. Thankfully, no one was hurt in the incident. Surrey police statement on Kap's Cafe firing
The Surrey Police Service confirmed the shooting incident and shared details in an official statement. They said that the shots were fired at a business located in the Newton area of Surrey. 'On Thursday, July 10, at 1:50 am, Surrey Police Service was called to a business in the 8400 block of 120 Street after reports of gunshots,' the statement read.
'When officers arrived, they found that bullets had been fired at the building, damaging the property. Staff members were still inside at the time of the shooting.'
Police said that no one was injured in the incident. They collected evidence at the scene and spoke with possible witnesses. They are also reviewing nearby CCTV footage to help with the investigation.
At this time, no suspect details have been released. The case is still under active investigation.
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