Thousands join London rally against India

Thousands of Sikhs gathered in London to mark the 42nd anniversary of the Indian military operation at Darbar Sahib (Golden Temple).

Thousands of Sikhs gathered in London to mark the 42nd anniversary of the Indian military operation at Darbar Sahib (Golden Temple), participating in a large freedom rally that called for justice and highlighted long-standing Sikh grievances against India. The demonstration took place at Trafalgar Square, one of London’s most prominent public landmarks.

Participants traveled from various cities across the United Kingdom, including London and Glasgow, with many arriving by organized coaches. The crowd included men, women, and children who joined the event to commemorate those affected by the 1984 operation. Throughout the rally, participants chanted slogans supporting Sikh identity and the Khalistan movement.

The march began near Wellington Arch in Hyde Park and proceeded through central London, passing Buckingham Palace before concluding at Trafalgar Square. The event attracted significant attention due to its size and the visibility of the route through some of the capital’s most recognized locations.

Addressing the gathering, Sikh leaders urged British authorities to support efforts aimed at securing justice for Sikhs. Speakers said the Sikh community continues to remember the 1984 military action and the violence that followed. They argued that Sikhs seek the right to live in peace and determine their own future.

Several speakers also referred to past commitments regarding investigations into alleged British involvement connected to the 1984 operation. They noted that members of the Sikh community are still awaiting the outcome of those inquiries and called for greater transparency.

The rally also touched on recent developments in the United Kingdom, including discussions surrounding the ceremonial Sikh kirpan after a recent criminal incident. Some participants emphasized that the actions of an individual should not be used to judge the wider Sikh community, describing Sikhs as a peaceful and law-abiding people.