| Avtar Singh Khanda was a UK-based activist and journalist associated with the youth wing of Shiromani Akali Dal (Mann). |
| In 2023, he faced controversy over his suspected role in the vandalism of the High Commission of India in London during a protest linked to pro-Khalistan supporters. |
| Khanda was believed to have ties beyond the vandalism incident, serving as a mentor to Amritpal Singh, the leader of Waris Punjab De. |
| Avtar Singh's family had connections to Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale, providing shelter due to police raids related to his father's separatist activities. |
| His father, Kulwant Singh Khukrana, died in a police encounter during anti-Sikh riots in 1991, leading to Avtar's arrest with his mother and sister for questioning. |
| During his school days, Khanda protested against participating in morning assemblies, citing conflicts with his Sikh beliefs. |
| Despite facing taunts as a child regarding his father's reputation, Avtar discovered the truth about his father's activities in fifth grade. |
| Khanda believed the 1984 Sikh Massacre was a deliberate attack planned by the Indian government since 1947. |
| He had connections with Khalistani nationalist Paramjit Singh Pamma and was allegedly involved in the assassination of former Punjab Chief Minister Beant Singh. |
| Reports suggested Khanda mentored Amritpal Singh remotely while working for Khalsa Television Ltd., presenting shows like 'Shera Di Kaum' and 'Itihaas' on KTV Global. |
| Khalsa Television Ltd. relinquished its UK broadcasting license in June 2022 after breaching broadcasting rules promoting separatist propaganda supporting violence. |
