London/New Delhi: New Delhi on Wednesday expressed concerns with the UK government over the misuse of asylum status by the Pro-Khalistani elements to aid and abet terrorist activities in India.

India also requested better cooperation with UK and increased monitoring of UK based Pro-Khalistan Extremists and take appropriate proactive action.

"India’s concerns over the breach of security of Indian High Commission were also emphasized," read the statement issued by the Indian government.

The issues were raised during the 5th India-UK Home Affairs Dialogue (HAD) was held in New Delhi.

The Indian delegation was led by Union Home Secretary, Ajay Kumar Bhalla and the UK delegation was led by Permanent Secretary, Home Office, Matthew Rycroft.

The meeting was also attended by other senior officials of both countries.

"During the meeting both sides reviewed the ongoing cooperation and identified further steps that can be taken to explore opportunities and synergies in advancing cooperation in counter-terrorism, cyber security & global supply chains, drug trafficking, migration, extradition, anti-India activities in UK including Pro-Khalistan Extremism among other issues," read the government statement.