The Punjab Pulse

Centre for Socio-Cultural Studies

Iqbal Singh Lalpura

Loss of Hope in Democratic Institutions: A Call to Action for Punjab

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Iqbal Singh Lalpura S. Iqbal Singh Lalpura, Chairman, National Commission for Minorities Punjab, a state once known for its prosperity and resilience, has been plagued by a crisis of faith in its democratic institutions. The seeds of this distrust were sown in the early … [Read more...] about Loss of Hope in Democratic Institutions: A Call to Action for Punjab

Sikhism in the 21st Century: Need of a Strategic Plan for Revival and Growth

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Iqbal Singh Lalpura An open letter to Sikh brothers and sisters from Iqbal Singh Lalpura Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa! Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh! I'm writing to bring to your attention a pressing matter that affects our Sikh community. As we navigate the complexities of the 21st … [Read more...] about Sikhism in the 21st Century: Need of a Strategic Plan for Revival and Growth

Revival of Sikhism: Time to support, plan and act

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Iqbal Singh Lalpura It is humanly impossible to accept the threat of extinction to Sikhism. Without delving into the glorious history and angelic principles of the Sikh religion, the present position is that after leaving Nankana Sahib, Punja Sahib, and most religious … [Read more...] about Revival of Sikhism: Time to support, plan and act

Ushering Prosperity in the land of Guru Nanak: Let’s plan for 2025

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Iqbal Singh Lalpura India gained independence in 1947, but not without losing approximately a million Punjabi, especially Sikh, lives in West Punjab, now Pakistan. The majority of Sikhs settled in India, hoping to enjoy the freedom promised by Gandhi and Nehru. In 1948 and … [Read more...] about Ushering Prosperity in the land of Guru Nanak: Let’s plan for 2025

Sikh Nation Builing: What we can learn from the Jewish Community

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Iqbal Singh Lalpura  The Jewish community's resilience and determination in the face of persecution and trauma are a powerful inspiration for the Sikh community. Despite facing numerous challenges, including the Holocaust, Jews have managed to build a thriving, influential … [Read more...] about Sikh Nation Builing: What we can learn from the Jewish Community