Beginning of second phase of Khalistan but with a difference
Dal Khalsa delivers message on 25th anniversary of Khalistan Declaration Day
Expressed regret on the killings of innocent, paid homage to all
martyrs of cause
Calls Hindus to forget past bitterness and join them in struggle as
Khalistan will be of all Punjabis
AKAL TAKHT, AMRITSAR- APRIL 29
Today is Khalistan Day. The Panthic Committee constituted by the
Damdami Taksal this day 25 years ago this day declared Khalistan as a
goal of the Sikh Nation from the Akal Takht Sahib. Earlier
organizations like the Dal Khalsa, Babbar Khalsa and the Council of
Khalistan had adopted Khalistan as their agenda. Even Shaheed Sant
Jarnail Singh used to say that the day Indian government attacked
Darbar Sahib, the foundation stone of Khalistan would be laid down.
However, declaration by the Panthic Committee that came into being
through a resolution adopted at Sarbat Khalsa on Jan 26, 1986 carried
more significance and weight. It gave further teeth and acceptance to
the Sikh struggle.
In the wake of the declaration, Sikhs fought a pitch battle with the
Indian state. During the course of struggle, many Sikhs lost their
lives. Today, we pay homage to all those who embraced martyrdom for
the cause. We also remember all those who have been languishing in
jails since long especially Prof Davinder Pal Singh Bhullar, Bhai
Balwant Singh Rajoana, Bhai Jagtar Singh Hawara and Bhai Daljit Singh.
We also pay our respect to each family and people who suffered during
the struggle either in jails or at interrogation centres. We are
thankful to all those who joined that struggle but could not sustain
state’s onslaughts and left it half-way. However, we regret those who
left the path to gain political mileage.
Khalistani factions and personalities active in US, Canada, UK,
Australia, Germany, France, Switzerland and many other places abroad
are pillar of courage and support for us. Since the beginning of the
steruggle, witnessed enough bloodshed. We express ourcdeep regret for
all innocents irrespective of his/her religion and class, who lost
their lives during the course of Sikh war with India.
If someone died in Punjab just because he was not a Sikh, if some one
had to leave Punjab just because he was not a Sikh and if someone had
to wear a turban to conceal his identity to save his life, it is
shame for all of us. But if a person is killed, his national honour is
ruined and shrines are set ablaze outside Punjab just because he is a
Sikh, then who would be shameful?
Today there is dire need to evaluate the past events in a serious and
sympathetic manner. We regret killings of all those irrespective of
religion, of those who were unconnected with the movement. We realize
that like the international community, Punjabi Hindus too have
developed misgivings about the Sikh struggle to which we are always
prepared to address their concerns.
To this day, Punjab’s natural resources especially river waters are
being robbed, legitimate rights and fundamental freedom denied. Except
the Sikhs no other Punjabi is bothered. This bothers us. To save and
protect the interests of Punjab, all Punjabis would have to put up a
united front because Punjab belongs to all- Hindus, Muslims,Christians
and Sikhs, who are its citizens.
To achieve Punjab’s sovereignty and freedom, unity amongst Punjabis is
necessary. From the word freedom, we mean the same as Indians meant
before 1947. Today situation is somewhat different. There is a sea
change in the situation whether it’s world, India or Sikhs. Many Sikhs
have perceived that Khalistan is a lost dream. There is an air of
despondency all around but we would like to make it clear that such
situation would not deter our resolve nor would it weaken our
strength. Not because we are very brave but because we are realistic
and fully prepared for prolonged struggle.
Notwithstanding our numbers, after performing Ardas at Akal Takht we
declare: According to Sikh Guru’s ideals and principles, each person
has equal rights to live, move forward and protects his/herreligious
and fundamental freedoms. Khalistan is our lifeline. We are entering
into the next phase of the struggle with a difference that is to
address all questions related to the existence of Khalistan andallay
all misgivings and notions through open dialogue and deliberations.
This will be beginning of new phase for both pro and anti-Khalistan
people and elements.
Sticking to non-violent path, we urge the international community,
Indian state and the Hindus of Punjab, let’s commit ourselves to keep
the next phase of struggle which would be peaceful. The spirit and
ideal behind the martyrdom of Ninth Master Guru Teg Bahadur ji, who
sacrificed his life for those beliefs and rituals in which he had no
faith, will always enlighten our path and actions.
Released by
Harchranjit Singh Dhami
President
Dal Khalsa
NOTE- The Message was read by Satnam Singh Paonta Sahib at Akal Takht
Dal Khalsa delivers message on 25th anniversary of Khalistan Declaration Day
Expressed regret on the killings of innocent, paid homage to all
martyrs of cause
Calls Hindus to forget past bitterness and join them in struggle as
Khalistan will be of all Punjabis
AKAL TAKHT, AMRITSAR- APRIL 29
Today is Khalistan Day. The Panthic Committee constituted by the
Damdami Taksal this day 25 years ago this day declared Khalistan as a
goal of the Sikh Nation from the Akal Takht Sahib. Earlier
organizations like the Dal Khalsa, Babbar Khalsa and the Council of
Khalistan had adopted Khalistan as their agenda. Even Shaheed Sant
Jarnail Singh used to say that the day Indian government attacked
Darbar Sahib, the foundation stone of Khalistan would be laid down.
However, declaration by the Panthic Committee that came into being
through a resolution adopted at Sarbat Khalsa on Jan 26, 1986 carried
more significance and weight. It gave further teeth and acceptance to
the Sikh struggle.
In the wake of the declaration, Sikhs fought a pitch battle with the
Indian state. During the course of struggle, many Sikhs lost their
lives. Today, we pay homage to all those who embraced martyrdom for
the cause. We also remember all those who have been languishing in
jails since long especially Prof Davinder Pal Singh Bhullar, Bhai
Balwant Singh Rajoana, Bhai Jagtar Singh Hawara and Bhai Daljit Singh.
We also pay our respect to each family and people who suffered during
the struggle either in jails or at interrogation centres. We are
thankful to all those who joined that struggle but could not sustain
state’s onslaughts and left it half-way. However, we regret those who
left the path to gain political mileage.
Khalistani factions and personalities active in US, Canada, UK,
Australia, Germany, France, Switzerland and many other places abroad
are pillar of courage and support for us. Since the beginning of the
steruggle, witnessed enough bloodshed. We express ourcdeep regret for
all innocents irrespective of his/her religion and class, who lost
their lives during the course of Sikh war with India.
If someone died in Punjab just because he was not a Sikh, if some one
had to leave Punjab just because he was not a Sikh and if someone had
to wear a turban to conceal his identity to save his life, it is
shame for all of us. But if a person is killed, his national honour is
ruined and shrines are set ablaze outside Punjab just because he is a
Sikh, then who would be shameful?
Today there is dire need to evaluate the past events in a serious and
sympathetic manner. We regret killings of all those irrespective of
religion, of those who were unconnected with the movement. We realize
that like the international community, Punjabi Hindus too have
developed misgivings about the Sikh struggle to which we are always
prepared to address their concerns.
To this day, Punjab’s natural resources especially river waters are
being robbed, legitimate rights and fundamental freedom denied. Except
the Sikhs no other Punjabi is bothered. This bothers us. To save and
protect the interests of Punjab, all Punjabis would have to put up a
united front because Punjab belongs to all- Hindus, Muslims,Christians
and Sikhs, who are its citizens.
To achieve Punjab’s sovereignty and freedom, unity amongst Punjabis is
necessary. From the word freedom, we mean the same as Indians meant
before 1947. Today situation is somewhat different. There is a sea
change in the situation whether it’s world, India or Sikhs. Many Sikhs
have perceived that Khalistan is a lost dream. There is an air of
despondency all around but we would like to make it clear that such
situation would not deter our resolve nor would it weaken our
strength. Not because we are very brave but because we are realistic
and fully prepared for prolonged struggle.
Notwithstanding our numbers, after performing Ardas at Akal Takht we
declare: According to Sikh Guru’s ideals and principles, each person
has equal rights to live, move forward and protects his/herreligious
and fundamental freedoms. Khalistan is our lifeline. We are entering
into the next phase of the struggle with a difference that is to
address all questions related to the existence of Khalistan andallay
all misgivings and notions through open dialogue and deliberations.
This will be beginning of new phase for both pro and anti-Khalistan
people and elements.
Sticking to non-violent path, we urge the international community,
Indian state and the Hindus of Punjab, let’s commit ourselves to keep
the next phase of struggle which would be peaceful. The spirit and
ideal behind the martyrdom of Ninth Master Guru Teg Bahadur ji, who
sacrificed his life for those beliefs and rituals in which he had no
faith, will always enlighten our path and actions.
Released by
Harchranjit Singh Dhami
President
Dal Khalsa
NOTE- The Message was read by Satnam Singh Paonta Sahib at Akal Takht
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