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Two elderly Sikh men were brutally attacked outside a railway station in Wolverhampton, UK, on August 15, in a shocking incident captured on video. Three teenagers were seen assaulting the victims, forcibly removing one man's turban, before being stopped. The footage went viral, triggering widespread anger and condemnation. Shiromani Akali Dal leader Sukhbir Singh Badal called the assault 'horrific' and urged External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to raise the issue with the UK government. He demanded prompt action from West Midlands Police and the UK Home Office, emphasizing the need for justice, safety, and respect for the Sikh community, which has long been known for its benevolence and compassion.
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