Sikh Political Prisoner

Dear Sangat jee,

We have had further update from Bibi Rajbir Kaur, a young Sikh sister whose husband has spent several years in Punjab Prison. Though he has come out on bail, the very serious nature of the case and charge remain pending.

Sikh Relief with Sangat’s goodwill has been supporting this family throughout the prison term, for which the family have expressed much gratitude. Naturally the family has suffered a considerable setback with their main breadwinner being locked away for several years.

Rajbir has admirably risen to the challenges the family face, expressing desire and making efforts to address their economic situation, through opportunity for education/training. She has taken admission at National Institute of Nursing Sangrur at B.Sc Nursing. She is currently a 2nd year student.

It is a 2 year course of study which will give her the opportunity to practice in the nursing profession at home or abroad. This will allow the family to find their feet again and eventually become self sufficient for day to day living.

As Sikhs we are constantly encouraged to strive and better ourselves, become independent in every way possible, and contribute thereafter to society, Guru willing.

This step by Rajbir Kaur is commendable. From a Sikh perspective we encourage all young women to progress in their education/ training to secure a positive future. We strongly believe education is the way forward for our vulnerable and targeted community to stand on its own two feet.

Rajbir Kaur has verified that she has not taken up any offer of employment at this point in time and wishes to continue with her studies.

We humbly appeal to Sangat towards offering dasvandh contribution, to this deserved family, helping the Sikh Kaum, to strengthen day by day.

A small helping hand today will create a Chardi Kala Panth of tomorrow, championed by skilled professional Khalsa.

‘No country/ community can really develop unless its citizens are educated’
Nelson Mandela