31 May — Sikh History

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31 May
On this day in 1986

In 1986 the International Sikh Organization (ISO) was established to educate the public and the U.S

Congress about the Sikh religion, the violations of human rights by the Indian government, India’s genocide against the Sikhs, and the Sikh struggle for an independence. The Council of Khalistan was established on October 7, 1987, when Khalistan declared its independence.

Also on this day

  • 1981Sikh procession to seek Holy City status for Amritsar
  • 1984Sri Guru Granth, intact in Rumalas, and Palki Sahib was burned in Patiala

May in Sikh History