ABC News has recently released a new documentary on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi titled “How the Modi Regime Targets People Overseas.”
Currently, this documentary can be watched on YouTube.
What’s in the Documentary?
Led by reporter Avani Dias, the documentary presents a series of claims that highlight concerns about press freedom and human rights under the current Indian administration. It details alleged systematic actions against minority groups, particularly Sikhs and Muslims, and mentions organizations like the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh (HSS), which reportedly train individuals for violent activities against these communities.
Specific cases include the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada and an attempted assassination of Gurpatwant Singh Pannu in the United States. Investigative reports from Canada and the US reportedly link these incidents to the Modi government.
Avani Dias reports that her efforts to conduct investigative journalism in India were thwarted by the Modi government, leading to her expulsion from the country and refusal to extend her visa. Similar incidents involved French journalist Vanessa Dougnec and several Al Jazeera reporters, particularly during election periods. Dias’s documentary suggests a pattern of denying visas and expelling foreign journalists critical of the Modi administration.
The documentary also outlines instances of censorship, including the removal of videos related to sensitive reports such as the murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Dias claims these removals were ordered by the Indian government and describes receiving threats from Indian authorities following the deletions. The Modi government is accused of systematically cracking down on foreign journalists throughout its tenure.
