MATA AJMER KAUR W/O LATE SARDAR BUSATA SINGH NAGRA
30.7.1934 – 6.9.2024
Village: Khera | Puchong
Children & Spouses Late Ameer Kaur & Pratap Singh Late Sardar Balvan Singh & Late Sardarni Baljit Kaur Arabance Kaur & Late Sardar Jaswant Singh Late Amarjit Singh Late Jasmeer Kaur & Late Charanjit Singh Late Charan Kaur and Late Dayal Singh Manjit Singh & Guljinder Kaur Satwant Singh & Parvinder Kaur Late Baljit Kaur Late Sarjit Singh
Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren
PATH DA BHOG Gurdwara Sahib Mainduab, Jalan Pudu, Kuala Lumpur 22 September 2024 (Sunday). From 9.00am to 12.00noon
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Event | Malaysia: Gurdwara Sahib Sentul commemorating the life and times of Guru Ramdas Ji, the fourth Guru of the Sikhs, with a three-day programme from Sept 16-18, 2024 (Monday to Wednesday).
The Kuala Lumpur gurdwara will be holding evening diwans (sessions) on all three days.
The invites parcharaks include Bhai Mehtab Singh (Jalandhar Wale) and Bhai Gurpreet Singh (Shimla Wale).
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When the Sikhs do not have a sovereign state of their own, the Golden Temple, with its surrounding complex [Darbar Sahib], continuously retains its theo-political status, which may be suppressed by the political power, compromised by individuals or questioned by politicians, but which remains and never can be extinguished, for, it is sui generis and inalienable, and imprescriptible. (Sirdar Kapur Singh)
Sirdar Kapur Singh in his famous essay, The Golden Temple: Its Theo-political Status, published in 1998 by SGPC, states that Sri Darbar Sahib has a theo-political status which is not a matter of concession by a political state, but is a right, sui generis [unique and embedded in collective Sikh psyche].
A system which enabled one family to dominate the main Panthic institutions for decades: the Sikh political party, the Shromani Akali Dal, the Shromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) and, through SGPC, the appointment and dismissal of Jathedars of Akal Takht Sahib, cannot be in accordance with Sikhi principles nor commensurate with the Sovereignty of the Takht established by Guru Hargobind Sahib.
The system needs a major review by top level Gurmat scholars in the Panth and the diaspora as directed by the Five Singh Sahibans at Akal Takht Sahib and those from other Takhts in India. For some years, I have been involved with reviews of State of the Panth papers produced by the Sikh Research Institute, USA. These are based on diaspora Sikh surveys and are also highly Sikhi-educational. They show the process which can be adopted at global level to seek Panthic view about major Gurmat-based reforms of Panthic institutions and selection of senior office holders.
Global Sikh confidence in SGPC and SAD has reached a point when only major reforms can restore the institutions at grassroots level. It is not just the personalities involved but the whole system and the processes which matter. Individuals will reap the punishment, the seeds of which they sowed themselves when in office in state administration or in Sikh institutions including Sri Akal Takht Sahib.
In the Sikhi tradition one does not stand by when in a position to raise a voice against wrong-doing and injustice. In the Court of the Guru and Khalsa Panth, those who were directly involved and those who stood by without opposing when in a position to do so, both are answerable. The responsibility is at both, individual and collective levels.
Most Sikhs today, including diaspora next generations, do not know the background to the Gurdwaras Act of 1925 and later legislation. Sikhs do not understand why state courts or administrations should have any say in Sikh affairs. Such outside control is contrary to the sovereign position of the Akal Takht.
The Takht cannot be subjected to any outside temporal administration of Panjab state nor that of Delhi. Whenever attempts have been made to do that in history, the Miri-Piri (temporal-spiritual) power of the Takht has manifested itself through the Panth as witnessed by the election of two independent Sikh MPs by the Panth and near annihilation of one family led Shromani Akal Dal. The Miri-Piri Shakti of Sri Akal Takht Sahib will always manifest Itself through the Khalsa Panth when provoked by external circumstances, for example, injustice in society, and existential threats to the Panth.
Gurmukh Singh OBE, a retired UK senior civil servant, chairs the Advisory Board of The Sikh Missionary Society UK. Email: sewauk2005@yahoo.co.uk. Click here for more details on the author.
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MAHINDER KAUR HAER (MINDY) d/o LATE SANDAGAR SINGH HAER
(1.12.1953 – 12.9.2024)
Village: Kokri Haer; District: Moga
Husband: Late Narpal Singh Mangat s/o Late Puran Singh Mangat
It is with deep regret we wish to inform that Mahinder Kaur Haer d/o Late Sandagar Singh Haer from Air Panas, Setapak passed away peacefully on 12 Sept 2024.
AKHAND PATH Akhand path starting on Friday, 20th Sept, 5:00 pm till Sunday, 22nd Sept 4:00pm at small darbar Gurdwara Sahib Titiwangsa, Kuala Lumpur
PATH DA BHOG and Rehraas on Sunday, 22nd Sept from 5:00pm to 7:30pm at Main Darbar Gurdwara Sahib Titiwangsa.
Leaving Behind:
Children / Spouse: Manjit Singh / Harwin Kaur Gurdev Singh
Grandchildren: Gurveer Singh Harleen Kaur
Home Address: No 75, Jalan Air Panas Baru, Setapak, 53200 Kuala Lumpur
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India thrashes Malaysia 8-1 in the Asian Champions Trophy 2024 hockey tournament on Sept 11, 2024 – Photo: Hockey India
By Asia Samachar | China |
Indian midfielder Raj Kumar Pal scored a hatrick to help India defeat Malaysia 8-1 in their third group match of the Asian Champions Trophy ACT) 2024 hockey tournament in Hulunbuir, China today (Sept 11).
The victory consolidated India’s lead at the top of the Asian Champions Trophy 2024 standings, with nine points in three matches, but sent Malaysia scampering to qualify for the semi-finals of tournament.
Aside from Raj Kumar, India’s other scorers were Araijeet Singh Hundal (6’, 39’) scored twice, Jugraj Singh (7’), captain Harmanpreet Singh (22’) and Uttam Singh (40’) scored one each.
Malaysia’s solitary goal came from Akhimullah Anuar.
Having drawn 2-2 with Pakistan on Monday (Sept 9) and lost 4-2 to China on Tuesday (Sept 10), the Speedy Tigers are rooted to the bottom of the six-team standings with one point and must beat Japan and South Korea in the round-robin format if they are to realise their semi-final target, reported Bernama.
“We did not start well….The coaches and players must share the responsibility to bounce back (against Japan) tomorrow,” said Speedy Tigers head coach Sarjit Singh in a statement issued by the Malaysian Hockey Confederation (MHC).
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INDIA, or PAKISTAN, PUNJAB REGION, Illustrated Janamsakhi, Mid-19th c., gouache, powdered gold ink, gold leaf, ink. MMFA, Sikh Art Collection, Narinder Singh and Satinder Kaur Kapany – Sikh Foundation International (U.S.A.). Photo MMFA, Christine Guest
By Dr. Devinder Pal Singh and Dr. Bhai Harbans Lal | Opinion |
Abstract
The Sikh Art Gallery in Montreal, Canada, part of the Arts of One World wing at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA), has attracted over 200,000 visitors since its opening in 2022. Supported by contributions from the Sikh Foundation International (U.S.A.) and the Chadha Family Foundation (Canada), the gallery features historic and contemporary Sikh artworks, fostering cultural understanding and appreciation. In 2023, it became the most visited Sikh gallery outside India, drawing 208,289 visitors. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau acknowledged the gallery’s significance, celebrating it as a milestone in Canadian multiculturalism. Housed within the prestigious MMFA, Canada’s oldest and largest art museum, the gallery exemplifies the institution’s mission to promote intercultural dialogue. As a key driver in the post-pandemic revival of the museum, the Sikh Art Gallery continues to serve as a platform for education, inclusion, and the preservation of Sikh heritage, enriching Montreal’s vibrant cultural landscape.
Introduction
On September 3, 2024, the Sikh Art Gallery in Montreal, Canada, reached a significant milestone, drawing over 200,000 visitors since its opening in 2022. This gallery is part of the larger “Arts of One World” wing at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA), a leading cultural institution in Canada. The gallery’s appeal has garnered local and international attention, as it has become the most visited Sikh gallery outside of India. The gallery’s role in showcasing the rich and diverse Sikh culture has positioned it as a critical space for cultural exchange, education, and understanding.
Founding and Contributions
The establishment of the Sikh Art Gallery at the MMFA was made possible through generous contributions from notable figures such as S. Narinder Singh and Bibi Satinder Kaur Kapany, the Sh. Baljit Singh, and Bibi Mandeep Roshi Kaur Chadha. Their dedication to promoting Sikh art and culture was further supported by the Sikh Foundation International (U.S.A.) and the Chadha Family Foundation (Canada). These collective efforts, starting in 2022, created a permanent gallery that fosters understanding and appreciation for Sikh culture through a carefully curated collection of both historic and contemporary artworks.
The collection features portrayals of the ten Sikh Gurus, renowned Maharajas from the Sikh Empire (1799-1849), ritual artifacts, rare Nanakshahi coins, and significant publications documenting the Sikhs during the British Raj. It also includes Phulkari shawls, showcasing the rich Punjabi textile tradition.
The museum describes it as one of the largest Sikh art collections in North America. It reflects the core values and enduring contributions of the Sikh community, which numbers around 27 million globally.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau acknowledged the gallery as a milestone in Canadian cultural history in a speech delivered on May 4, 2024, in Toronto. Trudeau affirmed, “The first Sikh Gallery in Canada was established in 2022 at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts.” His words underscored the gallery’s importance not just for the Sikh community but for the entire nation as a symbol of multiculturalism and inclusion.
INDIA, or PAKISTAN, PUNJAB REGION, Illustrated Janamsakhi, Mid-19th c., gouache, powdered gold ink, gold leaf, ink. MMFA, Sikh Art Collection, Narinder Singh and Satinder Kaur Kapany – Sikh Foundation International (U.S.A.). Photo MMFA, Christine Guest
Record-Breaking Attendance
The year 2023 marked a significant achievement for the Sikh Art Gallery and the broader Arts of One World collection at the MMFA. Between January 1, 2023, and December 31, 2023, the gallery attracted 208,289 visitors, making it the highest number of visitors for any Sikh gallery outside of India. This record-breaking attendance speaks to the gallery’s role in engaging a broad audience, not only from the Sikh community but from diverse cultural backgrounds. The MMFA’s ability to draw people from various walks of life and enrich their understanding of Sikh heritage has contributed to the gallery’s success.
A Sikh painting from the 19th century that is from Kapany’s collection. It is now part of the gallery at the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts. (Christine Guest/MMFA)
The gallery’s success can be attributed to its inclusive approach to showcasing art. By highlighting the Sikh community’s cultural richness, the gallery is essential in building bridges between cultures, encouraging dialogue, and promoting mutual respect.
The Arts of One World Wing
The Sikh Art Gallery is housed within the broader Arts of One World wing at the MMFA, one of Canada’s oldest and most prestigious art collections. The wing is dedicated to fostering a dialogue between ancient cultures and contemporary artists, both local and international. It challenges the notion that cultures exist in isolation, instead showing that they are dynamic, evolving, and constantly interacting with each other.
This intercultural and transhistorical perspective aligns perfectly with the MMFA’s mission to reflect the cultural diversity of Montreal, a city home to nearly 120 different communities. The Arts of One World collection offers an inclusive platform for artistic expression, where works from different historical periods and regions come together to tell a shared story. In this context, the Sikh Art Gallery becomes part of a larger narrative of cultural exchange and global interconnectedness.
The gallery promotes inclusivity and openness through its collections, which are particularly important in Montreal’s multicultural environment. The Sikh Art Gallery and other exhibits in the Arts of One World wing demonstrate that art transcends borders and that geographical boundaries do not confine cultural heritage.
The Montreal Museum of Fine Arts: A Hub of Cultural Exchange
The Sikh Art Gallery’s prominence is magnified by its location within the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, Canada’s oldest museum, founded in 1860. The MMFA is not only the oldest art museum in the country but also the largest in gallery space. With a mission to acquire, conserve, study, interpret, and present significant works of art from across the globe, the MMFA is a hub of cultural exchange.
The museum’s vast collection, which currently includes over 47,000 works of art, is renowned for its breadth and quality. It holds one of Quebec’s most significant international art collections and is among Canada’s top three most prominent museums. The museum’s decorative arts and design collection is also one of the largest in North America. The MMFA’s reputation as a world-class museum adds to the prestige of the Sikh Art Gallery. The museum housing this gallery demonstrates its commitment to representing diverse cultures and fostering a deeper understanding of the world’s artistic heritage. Post-COVID Revival and Cultural Engagement
Like many cultural institutions worldwide, the MMFA faced challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. Pre-pandemic, the museum attracted 1.3 million visitors annually, making it Canada’s most visited art museum. However, visitor numbers dropped significantly during the pandemic, with restrictions on public gatherings and the temporary closure of many cultural spaces. Despite these challenges, the museum has seen a resurgence in visitors post-COVID. In 2023, over 700,000 people visited the MMFA, marking a significant recovery for the institution. The Sikh Art Gallery has played a crucial role in this revival, drawing in large numbers of visitors and contributing to the museum’s overall success. The gallery’s appeal to local and international audiences has helped the MMFA regain its status as a leading cultural destination in Canada.
In addition to its exhibitions, the MMFA is known for its educational and community outreach programs. Since the inception of its “Sharing the Museum” program, over 300,000 people have participated in various educational and community activities. This initiative reflects the museum’s commitment to making art accessible and engaging with diverse communities. The Sikh Art Gallery, as part of this broader educational mission, offers visitors the opportunity to learn about Sikh history, culture, and artistic traditions.
Cultural Significance of the Sikh Art Gallery
The Sikh Art Gallery’s importance goes beyond its role as a space for showcasing art. It serves as a platform for fostering understanding and appreciation of Sikh culture, particularly in a multicultural country like Canada. For many visitors, the gallery provides an opportunity to engage with Sikh heritage and gain insights into the history and values of the Sikh community. For the Sikh diaspora in Canada, the gallery is a source of pride and a means of preserving cultural heritage for future generations. It allows members of the Sikh community to see their culture represented in a prestigious institution like the MMFA, reinforcing a sense of belonging and identity.
Dr. D. P. Singh, M.Sc., Ph.D. is Director, Center for Understanding Sikhism, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. He is a physicist by training, a teacher by profession and a writer by choice. He specializes in writing on Science, Religion and Environmental topics. Currently, he is working as Director, CanBridge Learning & Educational Consultant to various educational institutions in Canada. Email: drdpsn@gmail.com
Dr Bhai Harbans Lal, Ph.D.; D.Litt (Hons) is the Professor Emeritus & Chairman at the Dept of Pharmacology & Neurosciences, University of North Texas Health Science Center. He is also the Professor Emeritus at the Amritsar-based Guru Nanak Dev University as well as President of the Academy of Guru Granth Studies, Texas, US. He can be reached at Japji2050@gmail.com.
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Sarawak medical practitioner Dr Kalwinder Singh Khaira is the new president of the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA), the largest doctors’ association in the country.
He will will succeed Dr Azizan Abdul for a one-year term.
Dr Kalwinder, 56, is currently a consultant physician and head of the department of medicine at the Sarawak General Hospital in Kuching.
He has also been serving as the elected member from Sarawak on the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) since 2018. He is currently serving his third term from 2024 to 2027. MMC is a regulatory body set up under the Medical Act and chaired by Director-General of Health.
On the community front, Dr Kalwinder is also Gurdwara Sahib Kuching management committee president, a position he had held since 2012.
“This role comes with extra responsibilities…I feel it is with God’s blessings and the support of my wife and family, the medical fraternity and Sangat [congregation] that I can achieve and do what I do,” he told Asia Samachar.
Dr Kalwinder is also the fourth Sarawakian ever to become national president of MMA in its 65-years history and is the first national president from the Ministry of Health in 10 years.
“Being an insider, he has a good knowledge of internal networking. He has a very full agenda to get through for the 1 year with issues for doctors in private and working in public, the patients interests, the much needed health system reforms,” said Sarawak Deputy Premier and Minister for Public Health, Housing and Local Government in a social media update.
Dr Kalwinder was reported to have said he will work closely with the Health Ministry (MOH), other ministries and government departments in achieving this aim.
“My primary focus will be on doing everything possible to provide and lay the foundation for a better and more secure future for our doctors. This includes addressing job security, a healthy work environment, specialist training opportunities, work-life balance, recognition of their efforts in terms of salaries, on-call allowances, and their mental wellbeing,” he said at MMA’s annual banquet in Kuching on Sept 7.
“We hope for more meaningful engagement with the government on establishing a healthcare reform commission, as it will impact the long-term future of healthcare and healthcare workers in the country. With over 17,000 members, MMA is eager to provide its input,” he added.
Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) lineup for 2024-2025 term. L-R: Dr Parmjit Singh Kuldip Singh (Private Practitioners Section (PPS) Chairman), Dr Timothy Cheng Tsin Jien (Section Concerning House Officers Medical Officers and Specialists (SCHOMOS) Chairman), Dr Thirunavukarasu Rajoo (President-Elect), Dr Azizan Abdul Aziz (Immediate Past President), Dr Kalwinder Singh Khaira (President), Dr Vasu Pillai Letchumanan (Honorary General Secretary), and Dr Sivanaesan Letchumanan and Dr Sivabala Selvaratnam (both Honorary Deputy Secretaries). Photo courtesy of MMA at MMA’s annual banquet in Kuching, Sarawak, on September 7, 2024.
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Trump depicted in a carricature featured in The Economist magazine in September 2024
By Gurnam Singh | Opinion |
Following the recent failed assassination attempt on his life, the U.S. presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump claimed he was saved by divine intervention. While such claims are not uncommon among those seeking power, when this narrative becomes central to an election campaign, it raises concerns about the manipulation of religious sentiment for political and personal gain. Trump’s invocation of divine protection seems less like a genuine expression of faith and more like a calculated ploy to garner sympathy and votes, further entrenching his support among the religious right.
Trump’s ability to rally the US religious right, despite his well-documented narcissism, racism, and misogyny, highlights broader concerns about the malleability of religious rhetoric, particularly when it becomes intertwined with politics and nationalism. As scholars such as Karen Armstrong (2001) have argued, the line between spiritual conviction and political manipulation can be perilously thin. The ease with which God can be claimed by political figure to promote hate and violence begs the question: how credible is popular sentiment that religion is a force for good?
Throughout history, leaders have invoked religious authority to legitimize their rule, often in ways that are at odds with the moral teachings of their claimed faith. For example, Christian nationalism in the U.S., as explored by Andrew L. Whitehead and Samuel L. Perry (2020) in Taking America Back for God’, demonstrates how religious symbols and language can be weaponized to justify exclusionary and nationalist agendas.
Similarly, in India, the ruling BJP and its leader Narendra Modi consistently claim they have the blessings of the Gods in their project to establish India as a Hindu nation. In an interview on the news channel NDTV during the recent Indian General Election campaign, Modi was reported as saying that he had “dedicated himself to God”, and that “God had sent (him) for a purpose, and when that purpose is finished, his work will be done.”
Sikhs, too, have their fair share of politicians who invoke divine authority to support their own particular agendas. Indeed, the main Sikh political party, is called the Akali Dal literally translated as the ‘army of the timeless being.’ During a previous election campaign led by the then late Prakash Singh Badal, the chief of the Sikh religious dera (seminary) Harnam Singh Dhumma was hired to appeal to the Sikh masses to ‘pray each morning for Badal and the Akali Dal to secure a victory’. Not only did victory eluded Mr Badal, that election represented the beginning of a sharp decline in the fortunes of rhetorical Akali Dal. Though divine intervention proved to be elusive for the Akali Party, perhaps the recent revelations of deceit and corruption at the highest levels of the party, with the blessings of the high priests, confirms the ease with which God and religion can be co-opted for nefarious purposes.
If one accepts that God represents a universal divine benevolent spirit, it is difficult to see how he would ever support malevolent politicians and their hired clergy. Corruption and political extremism stand in stark contrast to the values of truthfulness, love and benevolence that God is supposed to represent. This dilemma raises the profound theological question: can God ever be invoked to support division, cruelty, fanaticism and violence? And if the answer is yes, this forces us to rethink our understanding of good and evil. Hannah Arendt’s study of the Nazi Holocaust and concept of the “banality of evil” (1963) is particularly insightful here. She suggests that evil no always committed by those labelled as ‘bad people’, but is often carried out by ‘normal people’ who, through ideological manipulation, become complicit in atrocities without fully recognizing the harm they perpetuate.
Trump’s use of religious rhetoric fits into a broader global pattern. Extremists across all faith groups across the world have weaponized religion to justify their political and nationalist aims. And the invocation of God can turbo charge the manipulation of people sentiment’s. While many people of faith actively resist religious nationalism and the co-opting of their traditions, extremists often succeed in distorting the core messages of their religions.
It was precisely in reaction to widespread hate and violence in the name of God and religious affiliation that Guru Nanak conveyed a universal message that emphasised compassion, truth, and justice, whilst simultaneously rejecting superficial religious labels. For Nanak, only by focusing on the shared humanity of all people could we truly claim to be serving Gods. By proclaiming there is no Hindu or Muslim, Guru Nanak was seeking to establish a new humanism that transcended religious boundaries.
The challenge for people of faith today is to reject the fanatical narratives being pushed by political and religious extremists and strive to live in accordance with the highest principles of their beliefs. For Sikhs, this means standing up for the oppressed, challenging the misuse of religion, and remembering that God is Nirvair—without hate, and for all. Whether it’s Trump or any other political or religious leader, the battle remains the same: resisting the manipulation of faith for the sake of power, and reaffirming its true purpose, which is to uplift humanity, not divide it.
References:
Armstrong, K. (2001) The Battle for God. New York: HarperCollins. Arendt, H. (1963) Eichmann in Jerusalem: A Report on the Banality of Evil. New York: Viking Press. Whitehead, A.L. and Perry, S.L. (2020) Taking America Back for God: Christian Nationalism in the United States. New York: Oxford University Press.
Gurnam Singh is an academic activist dedicated to human rights, liberty, equality, social and environmental justice. He is an Associate Professor of Sociology at University of Warwick, UK. He can be contacted at Gurnam.singh.1@warwick.ac.uk
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9 Sept 2024 (Monday), from 2pm to 4pm Shamshan Bhoomi Hall, Jalan Loke Yew Cremation, KL Cortège leaves residence at No 8, Jalan 8D, Selayang Baru 68100, Batu Caves, Selangor, at 1pm
PATH DA BHOG
22 Sept 2024 (Sunday), 9am to 12.30pm Gurdwara Sahib Selayang
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