Sikhs in California rally for independence referendum
Sikhs in California are rallying for an independence referendum, seeking to establish Khalistan, a separate nation from India.
At Sacramento’s Gurdwara Bradshaw, amidst wedding festivities, yellow flags bearing the word “Khalistan” flutter, symbolizing the aspiration for a homeland.
Sikhs number half a million in America.
They increasingly are voicing demands for sovereignty, fueled by recent events including a foiled assassination attempt on a Sikh activist.
The referendum, following similar initiatives in Europe and Canada, aims to gauge support for Khalistan.
Organizers highlight historical injustices, particularly the 1984 Sikh genocide, as motivating factors.
Truck convoys mobilize to encourage voting, reflecting Sikhs’ growing presence in American industries like transportation.
The non-binding yet significant referendum underscores the ongoing struggle for Sikh self-determination.