Ramesh Singh Arora Hosts Dinner Reception for UK Sikh Pilgrims

Ramesh Singh Arora hosts a dinner reception in honour of Sikh pilgrims from the United Kingdom

Participation of diplomats, political and social figures, and prominent representatives of different faiths

Lahore, 23 September Ali Imran Chattha 

Provincial Minister for Minorities Affairs and President of the Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (PSGPC), Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora, hosted a grand dinner reception in honour of 75 Sikh pilgrims from the United Kingdom and members of the PSGPC.

The reception was attended by diplomats from various countries, including the Honorary Consul Generales of Sri Lanka, Uzbekistan, Portugal , Reverend Dr. Majeed Abel, along with political and social personalities, members of civil society, and prominent representatives from different faiths.

In his address, Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora said that the land of Pakistan is sacred for the Sikh community. Pilgrims visiting here are our brothers, and serving and hosting them is our duty. The government and people of Pakistan have always promoted religious harmony and will continue to strengthen bonds of brotherhood with all communities and faiths.

He further stated that under the leadership of the Prime Minister of Pakistan and the Chief Minister of Punjab, the government is taking concrete steps to safeguard the rights of minorities and to promote religious freedom. However, he expressed deep regret over the Indian government’s decision to restrict Sikh pilgrims from visiting Pakistan, calling it extremely painful, as the people of Pakistan always eagerly await their Sikh brethren and bid them farewell with immense love and affection.

At the conclusion of the event, the Sikh pilgrims from the United Kingdom expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the Government of Pakistan, PSGPC, and the people of Pakistan for their generous hospitality.