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Journalist Mandeep Singh sits down with Bhai Narien Singh to discuss previously untold aspects of the Sikh struggle. Bhai Narien Singh has been actively involved in the Sikh movement since the events of Saka 1978. As an eyewitness to many significant incidents during the Dharam Yudh Morcha, the June 1984 Ghallughara (massacre), and the years that followed, he offers a rare firsthand perspective. In this interview, Bhai Narien Singh reveals many important details publicly for the first time. Disclaimer: The views expressed in presentations or videos uploaded on the Sikh Siyasat channel are those of the speaker, guest, expert, or leader and do not necessarily reflect the views of Sikh Siyasat. Sikh Siyasat’s agreement or disagreement with these views is not necessary.

The security landscape between India and Pakistan has significantly shifted following India’s launch of Operation Sindoor and the ensuing four-day air war between May 7 and May 10, 2025. Since then, the Indian military has acknowledged the loss of several aircraft and confirmed that China facilitated Pakistan during the conflict. Recently, Indian Army Vice Chief Lt. Gen. Rahul Singh revealed that during Director General of Military Operations (DGMO) level talks, Pakistan disclosed intelligence about India’s “important vectors” being primed and ready for action. He said this indicates Pakistan was receiving real-time satellite updates from China. India has since conducted a series of missile tests and is rapidly upgrading infrastructure at an airbase near the China border in Arunachal Pradesh. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s geopolitical stature has risen significantly after the war. In a major development, China has committed to supply forty J-35A stealth fighter jets to Pakistan—an advancement expected to alter the balance of military assets in the region. To discuss and analyze these critical developments, journalist Mandeep Singh speaks with Sikh Siyasat Editor Parmjeet Singh Gazi.

Punjab is currently passing through a highly sensitive phase. With rapidly shifting international and regional dynamics, South Asia’s geopolitical fault lines are directly impacting the region. The evolving India-Pakistan security scenario is also casting a significant shadow over Punjab. Amidst these developments, Punjab faces a surge in internal issues, most notably the increasing trend of police encounters. On 13 July 2025, during a “Zabar Virodhi Rally” (Rally Against Atrocities) held at Tapa Mandi, prominent socio-political activist Lakha Sidhana strongly condemned these encounters and raised serious concerns about human rights violations. In this speech, Lakha Sidhana speaks out on the pressing issues confronting Punjab and calls for accountability and justice.

Sikh politics in Punjab is currently in a state of disarray, resulting in the mismanagement of key Sikh institutions, including the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) and Akal Takht Sahib. On 30 June 2025, during a Gurmat Samagam held at village Jaura Madhra, Bhai Sukhdeep Singh Meekay of Panth Sewak Jatha Majha delivered a critical analysis of the current Sikh political landscape, drawing connections to the events of 1984 and their lasting impact. As global and regional dynamics continue to shift, meaningful dialogue and clarity within Sikh affairs have become more essential than ever. Listen to this thought-provoking lecture and share it widely to encourage deeper understanding and reflection.

Beadbi (sacrilege) incidents remain a highly sensitive and serious issue in Punjab. Given the evolving regional and global landscape, any internal unrest or large-scale agitation in Punjab can have far-reaching regional and geopolitical consequences, owing to the state’s unique strategic significance. Since 2015, a series of related incidents—starting from Burj Jawahar Singh Wala (June 2015), followed by events at Bargari, Malke, Gurusar Jalal, and the police firings at Kotkapura and Behbal Kalan (October 2015)—have deeply politicized the issue of Beadbi. These events have turned it into an emotionally charged political matter in Punjab. The failure of state institutions to identify and punish the culprits has created a widespread perception that the absence of strict penalties has emboldened repeat offenses. In this context, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)-led Bhagwant Mann government has introduced a new bill in the Punjab Legislative Assembly—The Punjab Prevention of Offences Against Holy Scripture(s) Bill, 2025—which has now been referred to a select committee for further review and recommendations. While the ruling party presents this move as a strong and decisive step, opposition parties have dismissed it as a mere political stunt. Previously, Sikh Siyasat interviewed Advocate Jaspal Singh Manjhpur of Panjaab Lawyers to explore the legal dimensions of the proposed legislation. In this follow-up, journalist Mandeep Singh engages with Bhai Malkeet Singh Bhawanigarh of Sikh Jatha Malwa to discuss the Sikh perspective—especially through the lens of the Khalsa tradition of Satikar (respect) or Adab towards Guru Granth Sahib. Bhai Malkeet Singh has been actively involved in addressing cases of Beadbi from a Sikh grassroots perspective. He also authored a two-part investigative report on the Jollian Beadbi incident, critically examining the role of the police, local Gurdwara committee, Sikh organizations, and the SGPC. Watch or listen to this important conversation—and don’t forget to share it with others.