Ottawa, Sept. 29 -- The Canadian government has listed Bishnoi Gang as a terrorist entity under its Criminal Code.

A press release issued by the Canadian government said that acts of violence and terror have no place in Canada, especially those that target specific communities to create a climate of fear and intimidation.

"That is why Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Public Safety, announced today that the Government of Canada has listed the Bishnoi Gang as a terrorist entity under the Criminal Code," the press release said.

As a now-listed entity, the Bishnoi Gang has met the definition of a "terrorist group under Canada's Criminal Code," the release said.

"A terrorist listing means anything owned by that group in Canada -- property,...