United Sikhs

Odisha Govt. Demolishes Guru Nanak’s Mangu Matt; WSP To Meet UN Representatives, United Sikhs To Visit the Spot

United Sikhs Youth Advocates Convene on Capitol Hill for Change

Gucci Faces Backlash Over “Indy Full Head Wrap”; Nordstrom Not to Sale Readymade Turbans

Cyclone Fani: Sikh NGO Serves More Than 45,000 People in Odisha

United Sikhs Condemn Christchurch (New Zealand) Massacre

Torture on Sikh Emigrant by ICE – Connecticut Sikhs discussed issue with Federal Officials

Government Shutdown – Sikhs Opens Doors of Sikh Centres Across the USA for Assistance

Amazon Was Cooperative in Removing Merchandise Offensive to the Sikhs: United Sikhs

Police Complaint, Legal Notice Against Amazon as SGPC seeks Apology for Offensive Anti-Sikh Merchandise

After Sikh Outrage, Amazon Removes Offensive Anti-Sikh Merchandise

United Sikhs Establish Memorial Fund in Honor of Humanitarian Director Rishiwant Singh

Daily Langar in Wake of Indonesia Disasters Sustains 800 Families

United Sikhs Organizes Emergency Relief For Amritsar Train Accident Survivors

United Sikhs Launch Farmers Drought Relief Program in Australia

Australia: Premier of NSW Visits Sangat of the Gurdwara Sahib Glenwood

Kids For Kerala Donate $5,000 To Medical Camp For Flood Victims

United Sikhs Partner with NYC Dept. of Education to Launch Sikh Lesson Plans

United Sikhs Calls fFor Asylum of Afghan Sikhs in Canada and USA

Afghanistan Election Aspirant Awtar Singh Khalsa Among Those Killed in Blast; Sikh bodies condemn attack

United Sikhs Continue Humanitarian Aid At Ground Zero in Shillong

Killing of Sikh Leader in Peshawar: Sikh Body Urges Pakistan, US Authorities To Ensure Justice

United Sikhs Files Criminal Complaint Against Narayan Dass for Offensive Remarks About Sikh Gurus

United Sikhs Launch Annual Global Civil Rights Survey

US Based Sikh Body Remembers Dr Martin Luther King Jr On His Birth Anniversary

Sikh Man Targeted by Hate Speech & Violence in Seattle (USA)

New Jersey (USA) Nominates its First Sikh Attorney General

British Royal Mail Sends Apology to Sikh Man After Postman Makes Racist Comment

Dasvandh Network announces matching gift offer to support Puerto Rico Emergency Relief Fund

Thousands Await Food, Water, Security as Rohingya Humanitarian Crisis Escalates: United Sikhs

Condemning Las Vegas (USA) Shooting, Sikhs Equipped to Help and Heal: United Sikhs

Sikhs Deliver Relief for Irma Victims in Florida (USA)

Sikhs Puts the ‘Power of Humanity’ on Display During Texas (USA) Recovery

After Charlottesville United Sikhs concerned about Sikh Gurdwaras in USA

US Sikhs Stand with Muslims in Solidarity Against Domestic Terror, says United Sikhs

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United Sikhs

When the Floodwaters Rose, Sikh Institutions Rose Higher

August 30, 2025

Punjab is once again in the grip of a devastating natural calamity. Torrential rains and swollen rivers — Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej — have unleashed widespread floods across the state, leaving thousands displaced, villages marooned, and farmland submerged.

US Lawmakers, Experts Express Solidarity with Farmers’ Protests in India

December 11, 2020

The members of United states congress and international legal and human rights experts have urged India to uphold the right of peaceful protest and engage with protesting farmers productively following the norms of democracy.

Police Charge Two Young Sikhs In Tik Tok Brawl In Harris Park, West Sidney

October 3, 2020

According to news reports, the Paramatta Police Area Command appeared at the scene of the fight and did not make any arrests right away. Two hours later, two Sikh boys were arrested by the Penrith Police and charged in connection with the fight.

United Sikhs Calls on Australian Government To Facilitate Resettlement of Afghan Sikhs And Hindus

May 19, 2020

For over 4 decades, the Sikh community in Afghanistan has suffered war-like conditions. They have endured barbaric attacks resulting in the loss of loved ones and having their religious freedom stifled. Thirty years ago, the population of Sikhs in Afghanistan was said to be around 250,000, but after decades of conflict and massacre, many have sought asylum in other countries and the community is thought to have been reduced to about 120 families.

Immediate Action Needed To Resettle Sikh and Hindu Victims of Religious Persecution in Afghanistan

May 2, 2020

After the attacks on March 25, 2020, in the Gurdwara Guru Har Rai Sahib Ji in Kabul, the Sikh Diaspora moved swiftly to condemn the persons and groups responsible.

Interfaith Human Rights and Activist Groups Write To US and UN for Safety of Afghan Sikhs

April 10, 2020

A number of interfaith human rights and activists groups have written to United States Embassy (Kabul) Chargé d’Affaires Ross Wilson and United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Representative in Afghanistan about persecution of Sikhs and Hindus in Afghanistan.

Odisha Govt. Demolishes Guru Nanak’s Mangu Matt; WSP To Meet UN Representatives, United Sikhs To Visit the Spot

December 9, 2019

In a clear violation of orders of the Supreme Court of India and the sentiments of the Sikh community, the Puri administration, under directions from the government of Odisha has demolished parts of the four centuries-old Mangu Mutt.

United Sikhs Youth Advocates Convene on Capitol Hill for Change

July 30, 2019

In commemoration of the United Nations Youth Skills Day observed during the month of July, United Sikhs announced the graduation for the Class of 2019 students of the annual Advocacy and Humanitarian Aid Academy (AHAA).

Gucci Faces Backlash Over “Indy Full Head Wrap”; Nordstrom Not to Sale Readymade Turbans

May 18, 2019

Chandigarh: Famed Italian designer, Gucci, faces backlash following the advertising of their new fashion head garment, “Indy Full Head Wrap.” This accessory which sells for $800 USD resembles a Sikh dastaar/turban. This fashion accessory clearly undervalues the meaning and history of the turban or dastaar in the Sikh faith, said United Sikhs – a US […]

Cyclone Fani: Sikh NGO Serves More Than 45,000 People in Odisha

May 15, 2019

Cyclone Fani, the first major storm hitting eastern parts of the Indian subcontinent in the last 43 years, had a devastating impact on the state of Odisha earlier this month. With winds at 200 kilometers an hour, the region is still coming to realize the extent of damage and the storm’s lingering effects. While the government was able to evacuate approximately 1.2 million residents prior to the storm, there are still millions who remain without water and power.

United Sikhs Condemn Christchurch (New Zealand) Massacre

March 17, 2019

The Christchurch massacre, which has left at least 49 people dead and 20 injured on Friday, March 15 in New Zealand's city Christchurch in two targeted mass shootings at mosques.

Torture on Sikh Emigrant by ICE – Connecticut Sikhs discussed issue with Federal Officials

February 20, 2019

USA Members and Activists of Sikh Community hold Meeting with various federal officials including Congressman office and briefed them about Torture and Mistreatment of Sikh detainees in ICE {US Immigration and Customs Enforcement} Detention Centers.

Government Shutdown – Sikhs Opens Doors of Sikh Centres Across the USA for Assistance

January 23, 2019

Sikhs across the United States opened doors of Gurdwara Sahibs and other Sikh centres to offer assistance during US government shutdown. In a community update, the United Sikhs said that it has initiated a Temporary National Assistance Program (TNAP).

Amazon Was Cooperative in Removing Merchandise Offensive to the Sikhs: United Sikhs

January 15, 2019

The United Sikhs, a Sikh body that had raised the issue of listings of certain merchandise that were highly offensive to the Sikhs, has said that the Amazon staff was cordial and took immediate action in removing all items from their site and inventory.

Police Complaint, Legal Notice Against Amazon as SGPC seeks Apology for Offensive Anti-Sikh Merchandise

December 20, 2018

SGPC has lodged a police complaint and sent a legal notice to online retail giant Amazon for listing offensive Anti-Sikh merchandise on its website.

After Sikh Outrage, Amazon Removes Offensive Anti-Sikh Merchandise

December 19, 2018

Internet retail giant Amazon was featuring certain merchandise that were high offensive to the feelings of the Sikhs. Sikh groups and NGOs, including United Sikhs and the Sikh Coalition launched strong protest with Amazon.

United Sikhs Establish Memorial Fund in Honor of Humanitarian Director Rishiwant Singh

November 27, 2018

In recognition of Malaysia Director Rishiwant ("Rishi") Singh's global humanitarian legacy, the United Sikhs has announced a memorial fund that will help support his grieving family and continue the work of the humanitarian projects he founded. On Nov. 25, Rishi Singh died in a motorbike accident near Guru Nanak Ashram while trying to avoid a collision with another two-wheeler.

Daily Langar in Wake of Indonesia Disasters Sustains 800 Families

October 25, 2018

Following a series of natural disasters, including several high-magnitude earthquakes, a tsunami and volcanic eruption, United Sikhs has announced the launch of its "Feed-a-Family" campaign to help provide ongoing support for local residents in their time of need.

United Sikhs Organizes Emergency Relief For Amritsar Train Accident Survivors

October 22, 2018

An evening celebration of Dussehra quickly turned into a rescue mission on late evening of Friday (October 19) when a multi-car train crashed into a crowd of festival attendees.

United Sikhs Launch Farmers Drought Relief Program in Australia

October 13, 2018

Following a 24-hour rain period across parched farmland last week, Australian farmers are experiencing a rare occasion for respite amidst a seven-year drought that has ravaged their crops, livestock and means for steady income.

Australia: Premier of NSW Visits Sangat of the Gurdwara Sahib Glenwood

October 10, 2018

The Sangat (congregation) of the Gurdwara Sahib Glenwood and the Australian Sikh Association Ltd. (ASA), which serves the largest Sikh congregation in Australia, welcomed Gladys Berejiklian MP, the New South Wales Premier, to the Gurdwara Sahib during his visit on October 9.

Kids For Kerala Donate $5,000 To Medical Camp For Flood Victims

September 3, 2018

Children around the world are donating their piggy banks to the Kids for Kerala fundraising campaign launched by United Sikhs, a global United Nations affiliated non-profit dedicated to disaster relief and humanitarian advocacy.

United Sikhs Partner with NYC Dept. of Education to Launch Sikh Lesson Plans

July 22, 2018

United Sikhs, in partnership with the NYC Dept. of Education, has announced a new Sikh-focused lesson plans for elementary and middle school students. The lesson plans are entitled Creating Political Cartoons: Civil Rights in the USA and The Teachings of Sikhism, and support 5th and 6th graders in learning about the lives of Sikh Americans through U.S. civil rights and world religions.

United Sikhs Calls fFor Asylum of Afghan Sikhs in Canada and USA

July 7, 2018

United Sikhs also made an urgent request to the UN Special Rapporteur on Religion and Belief to highlight in the UN the persecution of religious minorities in Afghanistan.

Afghanistan Election Aspirant Awtar Singh Khalsa Among Those Killed in Blast; Sikh bodies condemn attack

July 2, 2018

A deadly suicide bomb attack on Sikhs in Jalalabad city of Afghanistan has shook the global Sikh community.

United Sikhs Continue Humanitarian Aid At Ground Zero in Shillong

June 8, 2018

United Sikhs, a US based humanitarian group, has launched its "Feed-a-Family" campaign, asking the public for donations, as daily wage earners have been unable to work during the crisis.

Killing of Sikh Leader in Peshawar: Sikh Body Urges Pakistan, US Authorities To Ensure Justice

May 31, 2018

In response to the killing of Pakistani Sikh leader and human rights activist Charanjeet Singh, a US based NGO named United Sikhs has urged the United States and Pakistan government to provide necessary security measures for the local Sikh community.

United Sikhs Files Criminal Complaint Against Narayan Dass for Offensive Remarks About Sikh Gurus

May 18, 2018

United Sikhs, an international Sikh group, filed today a criminal complaint with S S Shrivastav, the IGP cum Commissioner of Police of Amritsar, against Narayan Dass.

United Sikhs Launch Annual Global Civil Rights Survey

May 13, 2018

United Sikhs has announced the launch of its 2018 Global Civil Rights Survey, a tool which will help the organization better advocate for civil and human rights on behalf of the Sikh community.

US Based Sikh Body Remembers Dr Martin Luther King Jr On His Birth Anniversary

January 16, 2018

A US based Sikh rights group named United Sikhs on Monday observed 89th Anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, to remember Dr. King's legacy

Sikh Man Targeted by Hate Speech & Violence in Seattle (USA)

December 22, 2017

The assailant threw his wallet at Deepinder Singh and proceeded to yell, "You have no right to ask me that question. I'm on American land! Go back to your country! I will kill you and your family."

New Jersey (USA) Nominates its First Sikh Attorney General

December 13, 2017

This is a proud moment for civil rights groups and law-makers in NJ. Gurbir Singh Grewal is the first turban wearing Sikh Attorney general to be sworn in the United States, said United Sikhs

British Royal Mail Sends Apology to Sikh Man After Postman Makes Racist Comment

December 6, 2017

British Postal Service, the Royal Mail, has offered an apology after its employee passed racist remarks on a Sikh man in Wolverhampton.

Dasvandh Network announces matching gift offer to support Puerto Rico Emergency Relief Fund

October 29, 2017

Troy, MI: In collaboration with Dasvandh Network (DVN) and United Sikhs, the sangat at Khalsa Care Foundation Gurdwara in California has made a pledge to give a $10,000 donation to the Puerto Rico Emergency Relief Fund to encourage the Sikh Sangat around the United States to raise the same amount. Immediately after Hurricane Maria, the […]

Thousands Await Food, Water, Security as Rohingya Humanitarian Crisis Escalates: United Sikhs

October 24, 2017

The mass exodus of the Rohingya refugees escaping persecution in Myanmar has reached critical levels and refugee camps are at capacity. The new arrivals struggle to find space and support in the overcrowded camp as they join the half-a-million Rohingya refugees before them.

Condemning Las Vegas (USA) Shooting, Sikhs Equipped to Help and Heal: United Sikhs

October 3, 2017

United Sikhs, a US based civil rights and humanitarian aid group, has condemned the incident of shootout that shook Las Vegas Sunday night.

Sikhs Deliver Relief for Irma Victims in Florida (USA)

September 16, 2017

All across Florida Hurricane Irma evacuees are returning to scenes of devastation as they begin assessing the damage from one of the most powerful Atlantic storms on record.

Sikhs Puts the ‘Power of Humanity’ on Display During Texas (USA) Recovery

September 13, 2017

As the waters recede, Texas residents are returning to flooded homes, contaminated water and countless stories of unimaginable loss. But amid reports of heartache and destruction, powerful illustrations of solidarity and kindness have emerged.

After Charlottesville United Sikhs concerned about Sikh Gurdwaras in USA

August 14, 2017

Over the weekend, right-wing and "pro-white" protesters, including members of neo-Nazi organizations and the Ku Klux Klan, arrived in in Charlottesville, Virginia causing Virginia State officials to declare a state of emergency.

US Sikhs Stand with Muslims in Solidarity Against Domestic Terror, says United Sikhs

August 9, 2017

The United Sikhs, a US based civil rights group, has expressed solidarity with the Muslims saying that as worshippers prepare to rebuild the heavily damaged Dar Al-Farooq Islamic Center in Minneapolis.

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