MUMBAI: The Sikh community strongly condemned the recent statements by separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. In a recent interview with a Pakistani YouTuber, Pannun made an outrageous claim that two crore Sikhs, including those serving in the Indian armed forces, would side with Pakistan in the event of a war between India and Pakistan.
“These statements, made at the behest of Pakistan’s ISI, are not only misleading but entirely rejected by the Sikh community. His so-called movement failed globally, lacking both credibility and support. He does not represent Sikh ideology, which is firmly grounded in nationalism and respect for India’s democratic fabric,” said Bal Malkit Singh, Executive Chairman of the Maharashtra State Punjabi Sahitya Academy and Convenor of the Maharashtra Sikh Association.

He added that Sikhs in India stand irrevocably with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who “always respected and supported the community.” Any malicious agenda promoted by Pakistani agents or their proxies will fail to break the unity of Indian Sikhs and will only further expose the illegitimacy of such nefarious designs.
“The Sikh panth is built on the foundation of sacrifice, loyalty, and service to humanity. We reject every attempt by external forces to misrepresent our community. The Sikh spirit is inseparable from Indian nationalism. No propaganda, however well-funded, can ever divide us. We remain united with our nation and our leadership,” added Bal Malkit Singh.