Repeated disruptions of peaceful Sikh nagar kirtans in New Zealand deeply concerning: Sukhbir Badal

Key Highlights

• In his post on X on Sunday, Badal said, “Nagar Kirtans are sacred religious processions that promote peace, unity, and community service.
• The Sikh community, which always prays for ‘Sarbat Da Bhala’ (the welfare of all), has shown exemplary restraint at such sensitive moments.” “Anguished by these repeated incidents, I urge the Hon’ble External Affairs Minister @DrSJaishankar to immediately take up this matter diplomatically with the New Zealand government to protect Sikh religious freedom abroad.
• Religious expression must be safe for all.
• Shiromani Akali Dal stands with our diaspora,” he said.
• Earlier, referring to disruption of the nagar kirtan procession in south Auckland, Badal had such intimidation threatens religious freedom and the spirit of universal brotherhood.