Khalistan for all faiths, says Amritpal Singh’s mother

Talking about the state of Khalistan, Balwinder Kaur, mother of the pro-Khalistan activistand self-styled preacher Amritpal Singh, said that to her, Khalistan signified a governance model reminiscent of Maharaja Ranjit Singh's era characterised by harmonious coexistence of individuals from diverse faiths. She said that the state would include Sikhs, Hindus and other communities living without fear.

Amritpal is currently detained in Assam’s high security Central Jail in Dibrugarh under the National Security Act.

Balwinder Kaur said this while talking to mediapersons about the ‘ardas’ ceremony scheduled to be held at Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib, Anandpur Sahib on November 19 for the release of Bandi Singhs (Sikh prisoners).

“Khalistan is not exclusively intended for Sikhs. It encompasses Hindus as well. The call for Khalsa Raj is not misguided, it extends to everyone, including Hindus and others. This vision aligns with the inclusive governance of Maharaja Ranjit Singh's era” said Balwinder.

Calling for ‘amrit sanchar’ (Sikh initiation), to Sikh youth, she appealed to them to converge at Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib in large numbers for initiation on November 19. The government disapproved of Bhai Sahib’s (Amritpal’s) initiative of Khalsa Vaheer and amrit sanchar as it was fostering awareness among the youth, enabling them to understand their rights,” she remarked.

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/chandigarh/khalistan-for-all-faiths-says-amritpals-mother/articleshow/105222045.cms