Sikhs from around the world have begun arriving in Canada as momentum builds for the Khalistan Referendum scheduled for November 23. Community members from the United States, Europe, and several other regions are travelling to Ottawa to take part in this major democratic event.
The Canadian government has granted formal approval for the Khalistan Referendum, marking a significant moment for Sikhs advocating for the right to self-determination. What started as a legal permission has now turned into a powerful expression of political will and unity within the global Sikh community. For many, November 23 represents an important step in their long struggle for political recognition.
The referendum will be held at Ottawa’s Billings Estate National Historic Site, where preparations are in full swing. The location, known for its historical value, has been welcomed by Sikh groups as a symbol of trust and recognition from Canadian authorities.
Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), the global advocacy group overseeing the referendum, praised the Canadian government’s decision. SFJ’s General Counsel, Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, described the approval as a clear acknowledgment of the Sikh community’s peaceful and democratic approach to political expression. He emphasized that the upcoming vote is a key point in the movement’s pursuit of self-determination.
Pannun reiterated that the Khalistan Referendum is entirely lawful and conducted through non-violent democratic procedures. He said that granting such an important historic site for the event reflects the confidence the Canadian government has in the Sikh community’s commitment to peace and order.
He urged Sikhs from all regions to participate by visiting Billings Estate on November 23 and casting their votes responsibly. He added that the global Sikh population will continue to voice its political aspirations through democratic means, and that the process will move forward with renewed energy on November 24 as Sikh voters worldwide reaffirm their stance through the ballot.
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As the day approaches, the Khalistan Referendum is drawing international attention, highlighting both the scale of participation and the importance of peaceful political expression for Sikhs everywhere.
