Goa, March 6 -- The Centre has expressed strong disapproval regarding a security incident that occurred during External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's trip to the United Kingdom, criticizing the actions of a "small group of separatists and extremists." Pro-Khalistan demonstrators gathered outside Chatham House in London while Jaishankar was participating in a discussion on Wednesday. The protesters, equipped with flags and loudspeakers, chanted slogans as the minister conducted his talks inside.

"We have observed the footage showing a security breach during the EAM's visit to the UK. We condemn the provocative actions of this small group of separatists and extremists. We regret the exploitation of democratic freedoms by such groups. We...