Atwal read from a prepared statement and refused to answer questions from reporters, leaving those to his lawyer. Jaspal Atwal says he is 'shocked and devastated' for causing embarrassment to Canada, India, and his family. 'Political embarrassment'"When my attendance became the news story that brings us here today, I was completely shocked and devastated," he said. Justin Trudeau's Minister of Infrastructure and Communities Amarjeet Sohi pictured with Jaspal Atwal in Mumbai Feb. 20. Jaspal Atwal reads a statement expressing his embarrassment for becoming the focal point of PM Justin Trudeau's recent visit to India.

Source: CBC News March 08, 2018 19:13 UTC