AMRITSAR: Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargajj, officiating Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, highest seat of Sikh religion has expressed happiness and extended congratulations on the significant victory of Punjabi, especially Sikh, leaders in Canada’s federal elections.
He stated that it is a matter of great pride for Punjab and the Sikh community that our people are achieving major accomplishments abroad through their talent, intelligence and hard work.
He noted that the recent Canadian election results are evidence that Sikhs, residents of Anandpur Sahib are today working with Chardi Kala (high spirit) around the world and earning recognition in every field.
He also encouraged all the victorious Punjabi and Sikh leaders to uphold their cultural identity in Canada and to lead their lives according to the principles of Gurmat (Sikh teachings).
Jathedar Gargajj added that all elected Punjabi and Sikh representatives should not only represent the local population in Canada but also advocate for the concerns of their own community.
He also extended congratulations to Mark Carney, leader of Canada’s Liberal Party, on his election victory.
Meanwhile Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami has congratulated a large number of Punjabis, especially Sikh representatives, in the Canadian federal elections, expressing happiness.
He said that it is a matter of great pride for the Sikh community and all Punjabis that these candidates have proved their leadership in Canadian politics by winning and have raised the heads of Punjabis.
Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami said that this victory is the result of the hard work, honesty and humanitarian services of Punjabis. He said that Punjabis, especially Sikhs, living abroad are not only maintaining their communal identity in the direction of their heritage, education, ethics and history, but are also playing an influential role in global politics.
The SGPC President expressed hope that these elected Sikh and Punjabi MPs will represent the trust of the people in Canada politically while upholding their religious values. Advocate Dhami also congratulated the Liberal Party and its leader Mark Carney for emerging in the Canadian general elections.
He said that he hopes that the winning candidate will work for social justice and the welfare of all sections.