Relations had collapsed in 2023 after Ottawa accused New Delhi of orchestrating a deadly campaign against Sikh activists in Canada. India rejected the accusations.
Authorities imposed a late-night curfew in Gilgit and Skardu, which will remain in place until Wednesday. The army has been deployed on the streets in both cities.
Israel’s military said Khamenei was killed in a large-scale operation conducted by its air force. The strike also killed Armed Forces Chief of Staff Abdolrahim Mousavi.
The visit follows a breakdown in relations in 2023 after Ottawa accused New Delhi of being involved in a deadly campaign against Sikh activists in Canada.