Sikh Diaspora

Toronto Sikhs organized Kesri Car Rally and Sovereignty conference to mark 30th anniversary of 3rd Ghallughara (holocaust)

Toronto, Canada (June 11, 2014): According to information available with the Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) the Sikh sangat of Toronto organized a “Kesri car rally” to mark 30th anniversary of army attack on Dabar Sahib complex in Amritsar and other Sikh gurdwaras in Punjab and adjoining states.

Thirty years on, why do Sikhs continue to engage with 1984?

Since 1984, the month of June has had a jarring significance for the global Sikh community. It is the month of the Tīsrā Ghallughara, the Sikh Holocaust, the Sikh Nakhba, the catastrophe which continues to provoke deeply felt emotions, evoke unanswered questions and to occupy a central presence in the collective Sikh psyche.

Five Resolutions unanimously adopted by UK Sikhs during Freedom Rally at Trafalgar Square (London)

The systematic killing of Sikhs 30 years ago in 1984 meets the 1948 United Nations legal definition of Genocide and must be recognised as such by the UK Government and the international community.

Hundreds participated in Sikh sovereignty march towards New York based UN headquarters

It is learnt that hundreds of Sikhs from New York and neighboring States took part in a “Sovereignty March” outside the United Nations Headquarters on June 06, 2014. The march was organized by US based Human Rights and advocacy group called "Sikhs for Justice". The march was held to mark the 30th anniversary of Indian army attack on Darbar Sahib (Amritsar) and other Sikh gurdwaras in June 1984.

Dal Khalsa head in UK to attend commemoration function of 30th anniversary of Amritsar Massacre of June 1984

Urging the UN and the US to put the perpetrators of army attack of June 1984 on trail for war-crimes, the Dal Khalsa head Harchranjit Singh Dhami said many innocent pilgrims were shot and bombed after they were arrested and their hands tied in violation of international rules and norms.

Thousands of Sikhs march in London to mark 30th anniversary of Ghallughara June 1984

Protesting against the attack by Indian Army at Akal Takhat, Darbra Sahib complex and various other Sikh gurdwaras in June 1984, the UK Sikh diaspora held a march in central London. The march from Hyde Park to Trafalgar Square involved sloganeering and chanting.

Conservatives worried by political fallout of 1984 relevations

London, United Kingdom (May 11, 2014): ‘Sikhs in the Diaspora were in effect not accorded their rights 30 years ago and treated as second class citizens. The UK Government, supported by other governments have a moral and legal duty to establish the truth of the events of 30 yeas ago. This is the least they can do for their law-abiding Sikh citizens.

SFJ to hold “Sovereignty March” in New York; Sikh body to seek UN enquiry into June 1984 Human Rights violations

US based human rights group Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) will submit a complaint to the UN assistant secretary general for Human Rights Ivan Simonovic seeking UN investigation into the gross human rights violations allegedly committed by Indian Army during June 1984 attack on Darbar Sahib and other Sikh Gurdwaras in Punjab and adjoining states.

Shaheed Beant Singh’s son to be honoured by Toronto Sikhs on May 11

Sikh sangat of Toronto shall be honouring Bhai Jawinder Singh Maloa, son of Sikh martyr – Shaheed Beant Singh. Local sources told Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) that a ceremony shall be held on May 11 at Gurdwara Jyot Parkash, Toronto to honour Bhai Jaswinder Singh Maloa.

“Empowering Sikhi” – One day workshop/ Seminar in Edmonton on 3 May

Basics of Sikhs: Covering the core teachings of Sikhism as taught by Sikh Guru's. This seminar is targeted towards youth and young adults, but all are welcome to share in the learning.

Celebrating and remembering Sikh history at Khalsa Day Parade

THIS year more people than ever are expected to attend the popular Khalsa Day Parade organized by Dashmesh Darbar Gurdwara in Surrey, the largest of its kind in North America, on April 19.

Sikh Federation UK releases names of UK politicians supporting an independent public inquiry into UK links with June 1984 massacre

The Sikh Federation UK on April 01 released the names and details of the 117 UK politicians supporting the call for an independent public inquiry.

UK: Pressure mounts on David Cameron for probe into June 1984 Amritsar massacre

London, United Kingdom (March 29, 2014): Pressure is mounting on British Prime Minister David Cameron to order an independent public inquiry into UK's involvement in Operation Blue Star.

UK: Sikhs to set up free faith school in Redbridge

Redbridge, United Kingdom (March 23, 2013): As per information Sikhs in Redbridge are organising an application to set up a free faith school in the borough as early as next year, after canvassing the support of 1500 parents.

Diaspora Sikh body objects to Election Commission’s ban on conferences at Holla Mohalla and Baisakhi

New York, US (March 19, 2014): American Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (AGPC) on Wednesday (march 19) termed Election Commission of India’s move to prevent political conferences ...

Brampton students work to demystify Sikh culture

Brampton (March 12, 2014): As per media reports [s]tudents at various schools in Peel and Eastern Ontario have organised events to create a greater understanding of the Sikh religion amongst the general public.

Sikh awarded for volunteer service in Singapore

Singapore (February 25, 2014): An 82-year-old Sikh has been honoured for his outstanding volunteer service in Singapore. On February 21, Surjan Singh received the Ministry of Social and Family Development Volunteers Awards for helping some 60 boys, mostly involved in petty crimes such as theft.

UK Sikh groups probe into British government role in Amritsar Massacre of June 1984

London, United Kingdom (February 21, 2014): As per certain media reports prominent Sikh organisations in Britain have demanded a full inquiry into the extent of the country's involvement in the Indian army deadly attack on the Darbar Sahib in Amritsar, in June 1984.

UK Sikhs to protest outside Downing Street to demand independent Public inquiry into Amritsar Massacre

London, United Kingdom (February 20, 2014): As per information available with the Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) a peaceful protest outside 10 Downing Street later today (12 non-2pm) is expected to attract hundreds of Sikhs.

UK: David Cameron faces a boycott of Tory candidates by Sikhs if he refuses to discuss Sikh concerns about Amritsar Massacre

London, United Kingdom (February 16, 2014): “Thousands of Sikh voters could boycott Conservative candidates at next year’s general election in protest at David Cameron’s refusal to launch a public inquiry into Britain’s role in the 1984 Amritsar massacre”, The Telegraph has reported.

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