Amritsar (Suraj Kamlesh): The Karnaprayag Sikh Youth Incident has triggered strong reactions from Damdami Taksal chief and Sant Samaj president Sant Giani Harnam Singh Khalsa. He strongly condemned the alleged police action against Sikh youths following the recent incident in Karnaprayag, Uttarakhand.
According to Sant Giani Harnam Singh Khalsa, facts and videos that have surfaced so far indicate that the Sikh youths were not responsible for the dispute. Instead, he claimed that local residents initiated the confrontation. However, he alleged that the police targeted Sikh devotees instead of taking impartial action.
Demand for Immediate Release of Sikh Youths
Referring to the Karnaprayag Sikh Youth Incident, the Damdami Taksal chief demanded the immediate release of the Sikh youths who were arrested. Moreover, he urged authorities to register cases against those who allegedly attacked the devotees.
Furthermore, he sought strict disciplinary and legal action against police officials who allegedly adopted a biased approach and subjected the youths to mistreatment.
Allegations of Inhuman Treatment
Sant Giani Harnam Singh Khalsa alleged that authorities booked the Sikh youths under serious charges and treated them inhumanely during custody.
He also claimed that officials removed the turbans of the Sikh youths and produced them in court bareheaded. According to him, such actions deeply hurt Sikh religious sentiments.
He emphasized that the turban represents the dignity, identity, and self-respect of Sikhs. Therefore, he said the Sikh community would never tolerate any disrespect towards this sacred symbol.
Demand for Protection of Sikh Pilgrims
The Damdami Taksal chief said the Uttarakhand government has a responsibility to ensure the safety and religious freedom of lakhs of Sikh pilgrims visiting Gurdwara Sri Hemkunt Sahib every year.
Moreover, he asserted that the Sikh community would not tolerate discrimination or biased treatment against devotees. He also expressed concern over incidents involving Sikh pilgrims in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh in recent years.
According to him, authorities should expose elements that allegedly attempt to disturb communal harmony and mutual trust.
Delegation to Meet District Magistrate
To pursue justice in the Karnaprayag Sikh Youth Incident, Sant Giani Harnam Singh Khalsa announced the formation of a delegation led by Giani Sahib Singh.
The delegation will also include Giani Satnam Singh, Giani Gurpreet Singh Vaid, Giani Ravinderpal Singh, and Giani Avtar Singh Maluwal. The members will meet the District Magistrate of Karnaprayag and demand a thorough investigation into all aspects of the case.
Warning of Further Action
Sant Giani Harnam Singh Khalsa said Sikh organizations and Sant Samaj would raise the issue at a higher level if authorities fail to ensure a fair investigation.
He stressed that innocent Sikh youths deserve justice. Therefore, he urged the administration to take impartial action and hold the guilty accountable. The Karnaprayag Sikh Youth Incident continues to draw attention, with Sikh organizations closely monitoring the developments.
Key Points of the news:
- Damdami Taksal chief Sant Giani Harnam Singh Khalsa condemned the alleged police action against Sikh youths in Karnaprayag.
- He claimed video evidence indicates that local residents initiated the dispute.
- The Sikh leader demanded the immediate release of the arrested youths.
- He alleged that police subjected the youths to inhuman treatment and presented them in court without turbans.
- A delegation will meet the Karnaprayag District Magistrate to seek a fair investigation.
