OTTAWA: In a big win for Sikhs worldwide, the Government of Canada has officially approved the holding of the Khalistan Referendum on November 23.
As per details, the Khalistan referendum will be held at the famous Billings Estate National Historic Site Ottawa.
The organisers of the event said that preparations are underway as thousands of Sikhs from the United States, Europe, and other countries have begun arriving in Canada to participate in what is being considered a historic political event for the Sikh community.
Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) General Counsel Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, in a video statement, lauded the Canadian government’s approval, saying it is an endorsement of the Sikh community’s democratic and peaceful right to express political opinion.
He stated that the November 23 referendum marks a crucial stage in the Sikh nation’s struggle for the right to self-determination.
“The Khalistan Referendum is a peaceful and entirely legal democratic process,” he added
The SFJ head stated that “Granting the Billings Estate, a national historic site, reflects the Canadian government’s trust in the Sikh community’s commitment to democratic conduct.”
“We urge Sikh voters to come to Billings Estate on November 23 and cast their votes peacefully and responsibly.”
“The referendum is a legal and democratic step toward the freedom of Indian Punjab.”
He added that the global Sikh community will continue its political expression through democratic means, and that on November 24, Sikh voters worldwide will reaffirm their political aspirations through the ballot.
The approval of the Khalistan Referendum in Canada is being viewed as a historic moment for Sikh political activism and Canada’s longstanding commitment to freedom of expression and democratic rights.
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