THE JHARKHAND STORY NETWORK
Jamshedpur, Jan 29: Advocate Kulwinder Singh, National President of Qaumi Sikh Morcha, has strongly condemned the attack on the statue of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar in Amritsar Heritage Street.
He stated that attacking the statue with a hammer and attempting to burn the Constitution is not only an act of disrespect but also against the principles of Sikhism.
Advocate Kulwinder Singh emphasized that insulting Dr. Ambedkar deeply hurts the sentiments of crores of people across the country. Dr. Ambedkar’s contributions in bringing the marginalized Scheduled Tribes and Scheduled Castes into the mainstream of society remain unparalleled and exemplary. Through the Indian Constitution, he ensured provisions for education, equality, and legal rights for the deprived classes.
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Call for thorough probe and fast-track justice
He further highlighted that police investigations revealed that the accused, Akashdeep Singh, who attacked the statue, himself belongs to the Scheduled Caste community.
He has been arrested, and Advocate Kulwinder Singh urged the Punjab Chief Minister to conduct a thorough investigation to expose any conspirators behind the incident.
He also demanded that the case be heard in a fast-track court to ensure swift justice.
Sikh teachings against discrimination
Quoting Sikh history and teachings, Advocate Kulwinder Singh reiterated that the great Sikh Gurus and Guru Granth Sahib Ji have always preached against discrimination based on caste, race, region, and religion.
He reminded the public of the sacrifices made by Guru Teg Bahadur Ji, Bhai Mati Das, Bhai Sati Das, Bhai Dayala Ji, and Guru Gobind Singh’s family for the protection of pluralistic values.
He also pointed out that Dr. Ambedkar himself had considered adopting Sikhism before eventually embracing Buddhism along with lakhs of his followers in Nagpur.
Singh called upon every true Sikh to strongly condemn this shameful act and demand strict action against the accused. He emphasized that, under the provisions of the Indian Constitution, a significant section of Sikhs has benefitted from reservation policies and is contributing positively to society in India and globally.
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