Sikhs Urged to Honor Heritage on Operation Blue Star Anniversary
On Op Blue Star anniversary, Jathedar’s call to Sikhs to stay true to roots
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On the 42nd anniversary of Operation Blue Star, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, the officiating Jathedar of Akal Takht, called on Sikhs abroad to maintain ties with Punjab and their cultural heritage. He emphasized the importance of preserving ancestral lands and traditions amid ongoing challenges.
- 01Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj urged Sikhs abroad to stay connected to their roots and cultural heritage.
- 02He condemned the selling of ancestral lands, calling them vital to identity and legacy.
- 03The anniversary was marked by heightened security and a shutdown called by Dal Khalsa, with many shops closed.
- 04Gargaj criticized the Jagat Jyot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act, 2026, for potentially undermining Sikh institutions.
- 05Family members of those killed during Operation Blue Star were honored during the event.
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On June 6, 2026, Sikhs commemorated the 42nd anniversary of Operation Blue Star at the Akal Takht in Amritsar, where Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, the officiating Jathedar, emphasized the need for Sikhs living abroad to maintain strong connections with Punjab and their cultural heritage. He highlighted the importance of preserving ancestral lands, which he described as essential to their identity and legacy. Gargaj also expressed concerns regarding the Jagat Jyot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act, 2026, arguing that it could lead to increased legal control over Sikh institutions and traditions, potentially undermining their established practices. The anniversary was marked by heightened emotions and extensive security, with many shops closed due to a shutdown called by the radical group Dal Khalsa. Despite the closures, banks and other institutions remained operational, and no incidents of violence were reported during the observance.
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The call for a shutdown and the events surrounding the anniversary reflect ongoing tensions within the Sikh community regarding heritage and identity.
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