PM Modi gave a speech in Rajya Sabha on the current issues. He stated that, “every Sikh is respected, they’ve done a lot for the country.
They have sacrificed the most in history.” He further stated that there are those who mislead the Sikhs and those that talk negative of them.
Here is a clip from the speech:
PM Modi also tweeted:
India is very proud of the contribution of Sikhs. This is a community that has done so much for the nation. The words and blessings of the Guru Sahibs are precious: PM @narendramodi #PMinRajyaSabha
— PMO India (@PMOIndia) February 8, 2021
In recent days, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh has also praised the sacrifices of Sikhs and stated that from Hindu families the oldest son would become a Khalsa per tradition.
Here is the video: