Minister conveys condolences to Sikh Community

PESHAWAR, September 26 (ONLINE): Caretaker Provincial Minister for Law and Human Rights, Auqaf, and Minority Affairs, Justice (Retd) Syed Arshad Hussain Shah, alongside Auqaf Secretary Dr. Asad Ali, paid a visit to Gurdwara Bhai Joga Singh Namak Mandi in Peshawar. During this solemn occasion, they expressed their heartfelt sympathy and condolences to the Sikh community in the wake of Hardeep Singh’s tragic killing by India’s RAW agency in Canada.

The leaders of the Sikh community expressed their gratitude to Justice Retired Syed Arshad Hussain Shah for his visit to the Gurdwara. Speaking to the media during this visit, the caretaker provincial minister extended his condolences to the Sikh community, emphasizing that they share in the grief of the Sikh community. He personally visited Bhai Joga Singh Gurdwara to offer his condolences and sympathy. He strongly condemned the killing of Hardeep Singh by India’s RAW agency and called upon the United Nations to take notice of India’s actions. He reaffirmed that ensuring the safety of the lives and property of the minority community is their top priority.

Furthermore, he stated that he has directed the Auqaf and minority affairs department to address the problems faced by the minority community on a priority basis to ensure they do not encounter any difficulties. He also criticized India’s actions in reaching out to Canada to target the Sikh community, which he believes has exposed India’s actions to the world.

Justice Retired Syed Arshad Hussain Shah assured the Sikh community leaders that they will work together to resolve the issues faced by the minority community. The visit was attended by Deputy Commissioner Peshawar Afaq Wazir and Additional Deputy Commissioner Peshawar Sania. On this occasion, the Provincial Minister for Law, Human Rights, and Minority Affairs had an extensive meeting with Sikh community leaders, during which they highlighted their challenges. The provincial minister offered assurances of resolving these issues.