Islamabad: The Khalistan referendum sends a strong message to India to end its persecution of Sikhs.

According to Kashmir Media Service, a referendum for a separate Sikh homeland is being held at Aotea Square in Auckland, New Zealand. This event has taken place despite India’s efforts to dissuade New Zealand from permitting Sikhs for Justice to organize the referendum.

The referendum in Auckland follows previous ones held in the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, marking a significant participation by Sikhs globally. The results of the referendum are intended to be presented to the United Nations and other international organizations to garner support for the creation of a separate Sikh homeland.

The report from Kashmir Media Service emphasizes that India should acknowledge the Sikhs’ right to freedom and independence, as the Khalistan movement continues to gain momentum among Sikhs worldwide. It underlines the historical context of persecution faced by Sikhs in India since 1947, which has intensified their demand for an independent homeland.

The report concludes by asserting that the aspiration for Khalistan is deeply ingrained in the Sikh community, describing it as both a dream and a birthright. The ongoing struggle for an independent homeland is characterized as a deeply personal and collective journey for Sikhs, rooted in their historical experiences and aspirations for self-determination.