New Delhi, July 22 -- Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said that the issue of Khalistani extremists and related groups is a matter of concern for India, and it has been brought to the attention of partners in the United Kingdom.

Discussions have also taken place between India and the UK regarding the extradition of fugitives to India, Misri said.

He made the remarks on Tuesday, during a special press conference held ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the UK and Maldives which begins tomorrow.

Foreign Secretary Misri said, "The issue of the presence of Khalistani extremists, bodies close to these people, is something that we have brought to the attention of our partners in the UK. We will continue to do so. This is a matter ...