BELGIUM — The third volume of the Kaurnama series, authored by Baljinder Singh Kotbhara, was released during a special event held at Gurdwara Mata Sahib Kaur in Belgium in memory of Bhai Jagdish Singh Bhura, four years after his passing. The book was unveiled by Sikh women in the presence of a large gathering of Sangat members and Panthic representatives from across Europe.
Kaurnama-3 has previously been launched in Punjab, Canada, Germany, and the United States, where it has received widespread appreciation from readers and members of the Sikh community.
Speaking at the event, Bhai Gurmeet Singh Khunian of Sikh Federation Germany highlighted the importance of preserving the history of the Sikh struggle, particularly the events of June 1984. He said that documenting historical experiences and sacrifices is essential for ensuring that future generations remain connected to their heritage and collective memory.
He noted that Kaurnama-3 focuses on the lives and sacrifices of Sikh women who were martyred at Sri Darbar Sahib during the June 1984 military assault. The publication is the result of extensive research carried out by author Baljinder Singh Kotbhara, who gathered information from surviving family members, relatives, and acquaintances under the guidance of Bhai Daljit Singh Bittu.
Reflecting on the contributions of Bhai Jagdish Singh Bhura, Bhai Khunian said that he played a significant role in promoting Sikh remembrance initiatives in Europe. Among his notable efforts was the establishment of a memorial gate and monument in the Belgian city of Ypres, dedicated to Sikh Martyrs who lost their lives during the Second World War. The site continues to host annual commemorative events in their honour.
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Several speakers addressed the gathering, including Bhai Khushhal Singh Lali, President of Sikh Federation Germany, Satnam Singh Doaba, Bhai Rajinder Singh (Germany), Bhai Inderjit Singh (Netherlands), and Bhai Karnpal Singh Heran. The proceedings were conducted by Bhai Raghbir Singh Puar, while Bhai Manjot Singh Bhura thanked the attendees for their participation.
The event also featured presentations by Jago Wala Jatha UK, which performed traditional ballads commemorating Sikh martyrs and shared historical accounts related to the June 1984 events. The strong attendance of Sangat members from various European countries underscored the significance of both the occasion and the continued interest in preserving Sikh history through research and publication.
