Amritsar, September 19: SGPC president Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami has expressed concern over the escalating diplomatic tensions between India and Canada. He emphasised the need for both governments to approach these matters with seriousness rather than trading accusations.
Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami said Sikhs were a global community, and their human rights and religious concerns should be a priority. He highlighted the historical pain endured by the Sikh community, including events like the 1984 military attack on Sri Harmandir Sahib and Akal Takht Sahib, the 1984 Sikh Genocide, and extrajudicial killings of Sikh youths. He stressed that Sikhs around the world still carry the memory of these painful events.
The SGPC president raised concerns about the recent developments related to the murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada. He noted that the expulsion of an Indian diplomatic officer by the Canadian government following allegations in this case was a serious matter that directly affected the global Sikh community.
Advocate Dhami highlighted the contributions of Sikhs worldwide and their resilience in the face of challenges. He called on the Indian government to address Sikh issues with understanding and empathy, working towards meaningful solutions and avoiding any erosion of trust within the Sikh community.
Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami appealed to both India and Canada to collaborate and find the truth amidst accusations, ensuring that their relations remain strong while addressing the concerns of the Sikh community both in India and abroad.
