In this exclusive and in-depth interview, we speak with Swaranjit Singh Khalsa, the first Sikh to become Mayor of Norwich, Connecticut (USA) — a historic milestone for Sikh political representation in North America.
Swaranjit Singh Khalsa has been widely recognized for his community leadership, civil rights advocacy, and his role in raising Sikh visibility in the United States. One of his most significant contributions includes leading efforts that resulted in the Norwich City Council and later the State of Connecticut formally recognizing the fact of the Sikh Genocide of 1984. This landmark achievement brought historical justice, awareness, and dignity to Sikh narratives within American public records.
In this conversation, Mayor Swaranjit Singh Khalsa discusses:
- His political journey and the meaning of becoming the first Sikh Mayor of Norwich
- The importance of Sikh identity and visibility in public service How advocacy led to the recognition of the Sikh Genocide in Norwich and Connecticut Barriers faced by minorities in governance and public systems.
- His future vision for Norwich and for Sikh representation in US politics A message for youth, diaspora Sikhs, and future community leaders
