Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa

‘Accoundability procession’ to question Giani Gurbachan Singh on March 5 about issue of Sikh political prisoner

Jalandhar, Punjab (March 03, 2014): According to certain media reports [t]he state government and Sikh religious leadership, including jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib and the SGPC, are set to face the issue of release of Sikh detainees once again as an "accountability procession" is being taken out from village Dyalpura near Jalandhar to Akal Takht in Amritsar on March 5 by some Sikh groups.

Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa says burden of getting Bandi Singhs released now lies with Akal Takht Jathedar

Jalandhar, Punjab (January 24, 2014): Bhai Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa, who fasted for 45 days in November-December 2013 seeking release of Sikh political prisoners who had completed their prison sentences, has stated that the encumbrance to ensure permanent release of concerned Sikh prisoners now lies on Akal Takht Jathedar Gaini Gurbachan Singh.

Bhai Gurmeet Singh returned to Burail Jail after competition of 28 days parole

Chandigarh/ Patiala (January 24, 2014): It is learnt that on the completion of his 28-day parole period, Sikh political prisoner Bhai Gurmeet Singh returned to the Burail Model Jail, Chandigarh, on January 23, 2014. He reportedly reached the jail at 3 pm.

Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa and others update on progress related to cases for permanent release of Sikh political prisoners

Mohali, Punjab (January 12, 2013): The Bandi Singhs Rihai Committee, that was formed to assist Bhai Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa during his hunger strike seeking release of 6 Sikh political prisoners recently addressed media to explain the progress in this matter since the conclusion of 44 days long hunger strike protest of Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa.

Bhai Gurbaksh Singh Khasla hospitalized at Shahbad Markanda for severe stomach pain

Kurkshetra, Haryana (December 31, 2013): It is learnt that Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa who observed continuous hunger strike for 45 days seeking release of Sikh political prisoners was hospitalized due to severe stomach pain. As per certain media reports Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa was hospitalized yesterday at Dr. Jagdeesh Hospital, Shahbad Markanda (Haryana) as he was suffering from severe pain in stomach and was not able to digest his meals.

Punjab’s Human rights abuser cops worried about developments over Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa’s struggle, news report

Jalandhar (December 30, 2013): While political ramifications of the groundswell support for Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa's fast for the release of Beant Singh case convicts, which forced the SAD(B)-led Punjab government to take a U-turn on the issue, are still being assessed, a section of Punjab Police top brass is wary of the human rights perspective linked to the matter.

Will continue with my struggle for permanent release of political prisoners: Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa

Mohali, Punjab (December 29, 2013): While talking to certain media persons at Gurdwara Amb Sahib (Mohali) on December 28, Sikh activist Bhai Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa said that he would continue his protest for the permanent release of the Sikh prisoners. Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa had reached Amb Sahib Gurdwara after ending his 45-day hunger strike at the Akal Takht Sahib in Amritsar.

Akhand Kirtani Jatha (UK) congratulated Panth over the success of Amb Sahib Morcha

Birmingham, United Kingdom (December 28, 2013): According to a press release sent to the Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) by S. Kulwant Singh Dhesi the Akhand Kirtani Jatha (UK) has congratulated the Sikh panth over the success of Amb Sahib Morcha that was started by Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa.

Punjab Govt. readying to release 145 life terms convict: news report

Chandigarh/ Punjab (December 27, 2013): According to news report published in The Tribune (27 Dec. Edn.) [t]he Punjab Government is mulling the premature release of 145 convicts undergoing life term in jails across the state. The case files are being cleared at a fast pace and the release orders are expected by December 31.

Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa ends hunger strike at Akal Takht Sahib

Amritsar, Punjab (December 27, 2013): It is learnt that upon hearing the news of release of Bhai Lakhwinder Singh and Bhai Shamsher Singh on parole from Burrail Jail, Bhai Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa, who was staying at Mata Ganga Ji Niwas reached Akal Takht and performed an ardaas of thanks giving together with the gathered Sangat.

Lakhwinder Singh and Shamsher Singh comes out of Burail jail after 18 years on parole of 28 days

Amritsar, Punjab (December 27, 2013): The persistent efforts of Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa culminated today in the parole of Bhai Lakhwinder Singh and Shamsher Singh. They were released from Chandigarh Model Jail, Burail in the late evening on parole of 28 days.

Fabricating another controversy – Indian media outcries at grant of parole to Sikh political prisoners

Chandigarh/ Punjab (December 27, 2013): The electronic media in Indian turned blind eye over the hunger strike struggle of a Sikh farmer from Haryana for more than five weeks as the issue was related to the Sikh political prisoners.

Open Letter: Insulting the Hunger Strike of Bhai Gurbaksh Singh by terming it “Farce” in “Hindustan Times”

Ludhaina, Punjab (December 25, 2013): Sukhdeep Singh of Sikh Youth Federation has written an open letter to Pawan Sharma, reporter of Hindustan Times (HT) who reported a highly biased report against the ongoing Sikh agitation seeking release of Sikh political prisoners from Indian jails.

Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa declares to continue hunger strike; Medical assistance shall also go on

Amritsar, Punjab (December 10, 2013): Bhai Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa reportedly declared today that he shall not end his hunger strike until all the 6 Sikh prisoners are released from jail. He has been on hunger strike for last 42 days was demanding release of 6 Sikh political prisoners who were not being granted parole or permanent release despite serving the minimum mandatory terms of their sentences.

Media bias against the Sikhs in full swing – HT reporter takes the lead

The issue of prolonged detention of Sikh political prisoners attained global attention during last few weeks after a Sikh farmer of Haryana pledged to fast until his death or the release of named prisoners who were not being released by the Indian State (provincial governments or the UT administration/s) despite serving the minimum mandatory terms of their sentences.

Bhai Gurmeet Singh (42) rejoins family after 18 years for 28 days on parole

Chandigarh (December 26, 2013): It was an emotional moment as Gurmeet Singh, a life terms convict in the assassination case of former Punjab chief minister Beant Singh, was released on parole for 28 days on December 25, 2013 from the high-security Burail jail.

Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa appeals to supporters to end their strikes

Amb Sahib/ Mohali (December 25, 2013): According to information, Bhai Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa shortly before being admitted to Fortis Hospital (Mohali) for medical assistance after announce to end his 42 days long hunger strike with in next two days, issued an appeal to his supporters to end their strike.

Amb Sahib Morcha to conclude with mutiple marches and functions; Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa seeks public participation

Amb Sahib/ Mohali (December 25, 2013): As per information after announcement of conclusion of Bandi Singhs Rihai Morcha today, Bhai Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa was admitted to Fortis Hospital for medical treatment.

Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa adheres to orders of Jathedars to end his hunger strike; Five member committee commits not to disagree

Amb Sahib, Mohali (December 25, 2013): Bhai Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa, who has been on complete hunger strike for last 42 days, and who was yesterday directed to end his hunger strike by Giani Gurbachan Singh Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib (and other Singh Sahibs), has reportedly decided to end his hunger strike at Akal Takht Sahib tomorrow.

Jathedars arrive at Gurdwara Amb Sahib to pursue Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa to end his fast

Mohali/ Ludhaina (December 25, 2013): Sikh Siysat News (SSN) sources have revealed that Giani Gurbachan Singh, Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib has arrived at Gurdwara Amb Sahib (Mohali) to convince Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa to end his fast with immediate effect.

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