World Sikh Council (America Region)

World Sikh Council condemns recent attack on Charlie Hebdo in Paris, France

A press release by the World Sikh Council - America Region (WSC-AR) says that the organization was extremely saddened by the barbaric act of violence on the Charlie Hebdo office in downtown Paris, France on January 7, 2015.

World Sikh Council – America Region Expresses Solidarity with Bhai Gurbaksh Singh

A press release by World Sikh Council - America Region (WSC-AR) says that the US based body is deeply concerned about the situation developing in Punjab arising out of Bhai Gurbaksh Singh Khalsa’s efforts to persuade the Indian government to follow the law of the land. Gurbaksh Singh is on a hunger strike since November 14, 2014 to seek release of seven Sikh prisoners who have completed the minimum mandatory terms of their sentences. This is a second time he has gone on an indefinite hunger strike

Recent incident of violence at Darbar Sahib Complex should be independently investigated: WSC-AR

Washington, United States (June 11, 2014): World Sikh Council - America Region (WSC-AR) condemns the actions of all parties who drew swords that resulted in uncontrolled outbursts inside the Darbar Sahib Complex at Akal Takhat Sahib in the midst of the 30 year commemoration of the Indian government planned attack on the Complex in June 1984.

World Sikh Council (AR) Welcomes Easing Restrictions on Turban, Beard & Articles of Faith in US Military

Washington, DC (January 26, 2014): The World Sikh Council - America Region (WSC-AR) has welcomed the decision of US Military administration to ease the regulations restricting religious attire.

World Sikh Council-AR expresses solidarity with Bhai Gurbaksh Singh

Washington, DC (December 21, 2013): In a statement sent to the Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) the World Sikh Council – America Region (WSC-AR) has expressed deep concern about the situation developing in India arising out of a Sikh’s peaceful efforts to persuade the government to follow the law of the land.

Boy scouts of America approves Sikh religious award in consultation with WSC-AR

United States (November 06, 2013): According to a press release sent to Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) by World Sikh Council – America Region (WSC-AR), the US based body has worked closely with the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) for nearly two years to prepare and finally secure approval of ‘Sikh Religious Award’.

World Sikh Council (AR) saddened by attacks in Kenya & Pakistan

Washington, United States (September 26, 2013): "The World Sikh Council - America Region (WSC-AR) is extremely saddened by the horrific crimes of violence at the WestGate Mall, Nairobi, Kenya and at the All Saints Church in Peshawar, Pakistan. These acts of crimes against humanity need to be condemned by all peace loving citizens of the world" reads a statement sent by WSC-AR to the Sikh Siyasat News (SSN).

Our Resolve in the Face of Terror and Hate: by Dr. Satpal Singh, WSC-AR

A Sikh Professor at Columbia University in New York City, Dr. Prabhjot Singh, was attacked Saturday evening during a walk near his house. The attackers called him 'Osama' and 'terrorist' while attacking him.

World Sikh Council-AR condemns 15 August firing at Sikhs by Dehi police

Ohio, US (August 22, 2013): The World Sikh Council – America Region (WSC-AR) has expressed deep concern at the August 15, 2013 firing by Indian police on Sikhs in New Delhi, India. Reports indicate that more than two dozen Sikhs were injured in the attack by the police.

World Sikh Council (America Region) participated in national scout jamboree

Columbus, Ohio (July 30, 2013): The World Sikh Council – America Region (WSC-AR) participated in the National Scout Jamboree held by the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) at the Summit Bechtel Reserve in West Virginia from July 15 – July 24, 2013. The National Jamboree is held every 4 years. This year over 40,000 Boy Scouts and 12,000 adult volunteers and organizers participated in the event.

World Sikh Council – AR saddened by Boston blasts

Boston, US (April 17, 2013): “The World Sikh Council - America Region (WSC-AR) is extremely saddened at the horrific crime of senseless bombing during the Boston Marathon, in Boston, Massachusetts.

Sikhs attend prayer meeting at Newtown High School in Connecticut

New Jersey, USA (December 19, 2012): On December 16, 2012, in response to the tragic events and suffering at Newtown, CT, WSC-AR coordinated with Sikh Americans from ten Sikh Gurdwaras (of Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey), to attend the candlelight vigil and interfaith prayer service held at Newtown High School.

WSC-AR Shocked at USA School Shooting, Calls for Prayers

(December 15, 2012): The World Sikh Council - America Region (WSC-AR) is extremely saddened at the horrendous crime of senseless shooting on December 14, 2012 at the Sandy Hook Elementary School, Newtown, Connecticut. Current reports indicate that twenty beautiful little children have died, six adults have been killed, and many critically injured.

Open Letter to UNHRC for Release of Professor Bhullar by World Sikh Council (AR)

We respectfully request that the UN Human Rights Council put its full weight to bear on India for the immediate release of Prof. Bhullar and stop any further mockery of justice. - WSC-AR.