Archive · 15 Dec 2025
Meghalaya Supports Shillong Sikhs' Rights
The government of Meghalaya has promised to support the Sikh community living in Punjabi Lane, Shillong.
This promise came during a meeting with a religious leader, Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj, who was visiting to celebrate an important Sikh event.
The Sikhs have been living in Shillong for almost 200 years, and the government wants to make sure they are not forced to leave.
The leader also talked about the importance of teaching children Punjabi and Gurmukhi so they can stay connected to their religious teachings.
Many people from different places came to the religious programs, and the leader honored some Sikh community members for their service.
Meghalaya cabinet minister Sanbor Shullai assured full support to Sikh residents of Punjabi Lane in Shillong.
Acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj sought government support to safeguard Sikh rights.
The assurance was given during a meeting at Gurdwara Guru Nanak Darbar on December 15.
Giani Gargajj participated in religious programs marking the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur.
The Sikh community has been residing in Shillong for nearly two centuries, and any displacement would be unjust.
- Who
- Meghalaya cabinet minister Sanbor Shullai and acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj
- What
- Assurance of support to Sikh residents of Punjabi Lane and religious programs marking the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur
- When
- December 15, during a meeting at Gurdwara Guru Nanak Darbar
- Where
- Shillong, Meghalaya
- Why
- To safeguard the rights of the Sikh community as long-time residents and to honor the teachings and sacrifices of Guru Tegh Bahadur
- Location
- Shillong, Meghalaya
- Event
- 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur
- Key Figures
- Sanbor Shullai, Giani Kuldip Singh Gargajj
- Community
- Sikh residents of Punjabi Lane
- Duration of Residence
- Nearly two centuries
- Religious Programs
- Nagar kirtan, Gurmat Samagam
- Support
- Government assurance to safeguard Sikh rights
- Teachings
- Encouragement to teach Punjabi and Gurmukhi to children