NEW DELHI, APRIL 18 — Representatives of the Global Sikh Council (GSC) have approached Rajya Sabha MP Vikramjit Singh Sahney to champion several urgent administrative and educational reforms for the Sikh community. The meeting focused on the declining state of the Punjabi Academy in Delhi and the need for federal protections against the misuse of artificial intelligence in distorting religious traditions.
The delegation, which included figures from the United States and Afghanistan, praised Mr. Sahney’s existing efforts in skill development and educational upliftment. However, they declared that systemic challenges persist, particularly regarding the recurring harassment of Sikh students during national examinations. The GSC stated that the government must intervene to ensure that the articles of faith are respected in all public and educational settings.
A significant portion of the discourse centered on linguistic heritage. The GSC strongly advocated for the establishment of a ‘Central Gurmukhi University’ to provide institutional support for the Punjabi language, similar to the framework provided for Sanskrit. They also expressed concern over the “technological sacrilege” occurring on digital platforms, where deepfake technology is reportedly being used to alter Sikh tenets. The council declared that the central government must implement stricter regulations to prevent the spread of misleading and fabricated religious content.
Mr. Sahney affirmed his commitment to supporting these initiatives, stating that he would bring these pressing issues to the floor of the Parliament. He noted the importance of protecting the cultural and spiritual significance of the Gurmukhi script and promised to follow up with the concerned union ministries. The engagement concluded with a commitment to further dialogue during the upcoming GSC annual general meeting, where the MP will discuss the progress of these parliamentary representations.
