This article discusses the refusal of the passengers of the Komagata Maru to allow the ship to leave port. It also speculates on the close relationship and possible collusion with Captain Yamamoto, who appears to be close friends with Gurdit Singh. It also describes an incident where three South Asians were caught near Sumas allegedly attempting to smuggle weapons and ammunition into Canada for the purpose of giving them to the passengers aboard the Komagata Maru.
