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The Star
4 days ago
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- The Star
S'ban gurdwara honours three Sikhs for service to faith, community
Dr Parim (left) and Arjan (right) with the recipients (from second left) Manmohan, Saran and Amar. THREE Sikhs were honoured for their decades of service to the community by Gurdwara Sahib Seremban (GSS) in Negri Sembilan. The octogenarians were each given a robe and letter of honour, as well as a memento by GSS president Arjan Singh. 'Their unwavering dedication and tireless efforts in preserving Sikh history and heritage are commendable, as they have helped our small community keep in touch with our roots. 'We salute them for their commitment and dedication,' he said of the three, who were recognised at a special ceremony at GSS. They were 83-year-old planter Manmohan Singh, retired government servant Saran Singh Sidhu, 80, and housewife Amar Kaur, 81. Present to do the honours was GSS trustee and former president Datuk Dr Parim Singh. Arjan said that apart from spending some RM3mil to build a gurdwara complex on his land in Kuala Klawang in Jelebu, Manmohan had also set up a gallery displaying many historical and traditional items related to the community, such as cooking utensils and musical instruments. 'Manmohan had been running a smaller gurdwara adjacent to his house for decades but decided to build a bigger one a short distance away, so Sikhs could carry out their religious obligations in a more conducive environment,' Arjan explained. Manmohan, he said, also has in his possession a over-a-century-old Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, the Sikh holy book, which they consider as their living guru. Saran authored a book on Sant Baba Sohan Singh, a Sikh who spent many years as a granthi (priest) in Gurdwara Sahib Melaka. Saran has also written an illustrated history of Sikh gurdwaras in Malaysia and Singapore. He has additionally penned numerous articles and books on coins and paper currency. He is a foundation fellow of the Malaysia Numismatic Society and a fellow of London's Royal Numismatic Society. Arjan said Amar was honoured for teaching the Gurmukhi script to children and adults alike by holding classes at her home for almost 50 years. 'She first started holding classes in 1972. Through her efforts, many members of the community are able to read the Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. 'Aunty Amar, as she is popularly known, is also instrumental in helping students prepare for the Punjabi language paper in public examinations, including SPM,' he said, adding that she had also contributed to Sikh youths in other ways. The trio's contributions, Arjan said, were exemplary and served as shining examples to present and future generations. 'Though no reward could truly match your selfless service to the Sikh community, please know that your works have created a positive and long-lasting impact,' he told them.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
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- Yahoo
Thousands flock to park for Vaisakhi celebrations
Thousands of people gathered in a Black Country park for an event that has been described as the UK's largest Vaisakhi celebration. The open-air event took place in Smethwick's Victoria Park on Sunday as part of a celebration of Sikh heritage and community spirit. In a historic first, the Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, the central holy scripture of Sikhism, was transported from Guru Nanak Gurdwara Smethwick in a golden palki - a palanquin carried by devotees - marking a significant moment for the event. A host of children's activities were available, and a free vegetarian meal was offered to attendees. Gurinder Kaur Athwal, the organiser, said: "This is a very special day for the Sikh community all over the world, not just in the UK. "We've got the weather for it, the people are amazing, there is food for everyone, we have the stalls out and everyone is having a fantastic time celebrating this day with us." Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram. Thousands turn out for Vaisakhi celebrations Thousands in Sikh community celebrate Vaisakhi Full road closures for Vaisakhi festival announced Thousands to attend gurdwara for Vaisakhi Hundreds expected at Vaisakhi celebrations Vaisakhi In The Park
BBC News
11-05-2025
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- BBC News
Thousands flock to Smethwick park for Vaisakhi celebrations
Thousands of people gathered in a Black Country park for an event that has been described as the UK's largest Vaisakhi open-air event took place in Smethwick's Victoria Park on Sunday as part of a celebration of Sikh heritage and community a historic first, the Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, the central holy scripture of Sikhism, was transported from Guru Nanak Gurdwara Smethwick in a golden palki - a palanquin carried by devotees - marking a significant moment for the event.A host of children's activities were available, and a free vegetarian meal was offered to attendees. Gurinder Kaur Athwal, the organiser, said: "This is a very special day for the Sikh community all over the world, not just in the UK."We've got the weather for it, the people are amazing, there is food for everyone, we have the stalls out and everyone is having a fantastic time celebrating this day with us." Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
