Exploring Perspectives on Khalistan: Identity, Politics, and Struggle

It is often said, to strike while the iron is hot. Many Pakistanis believe that more Pakistanis will be born from the womb of India, Sikhs will achieve Khalistan, and the independence of Jammu and Kashmir is not far off. Indian state media has successfully demonized Khalistan, leading even Sikhs who consider themselves Panthic to distance themselves from it. On December 13, 2020, the Khalistan flag was draped over the Mahatma Gandhi statue in Washington DC during a protest against the Farm bills. The independent state of Khalistan is a religious and political idea promoted by those critical of the RSS mindset and Hindus since Operation Blue Star.

Sikhs for Justice and the Global Support for Khalistan

Understanding the International Dimension, Bhindranwale wanted Khalistan as a way to punish India for voting against the USA at the UN. Approximately 91% of hate crimes recorded in the last decade occurred after PM Modi came to power in 2014. Pro-Khalistan slogans were raised at the Golden Temple, the site of Operation Blue Star. Sikhs in Pakistan seem to be happy, but instead of having their own Khalistan, they are being asked to fight for Hindus. With the support of the Kisan protests and Pakistan, Khalistan may become a reality.