Welcome back to our 4part podcast series commemorating the 40th anniversary of June 1984! In Part 2, we delve deep into a pivotal yet often overlooked chapter in Sikh history.
In this episode, we explore the emergence of various cults and sects within India, particularly Punjab, that sought to dilute the message of Sikhi and sow confusion among the Sikh community. Among these groups, the Nirankaris played a notorious role, with backing from the central government, openly speaking against Sikh principles and the revered Gurus.
Highlights of this episode include:
•⁠ ⁠The rise of the Nirankaris and their controversial actions
•⁠ ⁠The tragic events of 1978, where 13 brave Singh's were martyred during a protest against the Nirankaris' blasphemy
•⁠ ⁠Insight into the influence and actions of Sant Jarnail Singh Ji during this tumultuous time
•⁠ ⁠The profound impact on the Sikh Sangat worldwide
•⁠ ⁠The inspiring martyrdom of Gursikhs like Bhai Kulwant Singh Nagoke
This episode is not just a recount of historical events; it provides crucial context leading up to the significant events of June 1984.
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Sant ji Speech 14 April 1978 (mentioned by baljit singh)
   • Speech by Baba Jarnail Singh Jee, Pos...  

Timestamps:

0:00 – Highlights
2:00 Introduction
3:30 – Context to 1978
3:45 – Who are the Nirankari’s
7:15 – India State Of Emergency
9:30 – Indira Gandhi’s enmity with Sikhs
12:10 – Sant Kartar Singh Ji
16:10 – Letter of Bhai Fauja Singh Ji
17:30 – Bhai Fauja Singh Ji on Bail
19:00 – Rehansabai Kirtan – Naming Shaheeds
20:05 – Bhai Fauja Singh Ji saves a young lady
27:20 – Funeral of 13 Shaheed Singhs 1978 April
26:50 – Speech of Sant Ji
32:30 – Hukamamma Issued from Akaal Takhat Sahib
33:30 – Response from the Panth
34:05 – The leadership of Sant Ji
39:00 – Funeral of Shaheed Singhs 1978
43:30 – The parallels of 1978 to Bhai Sukha and Mehtab Singh Ji
47:50 – Impact of 1978 Shaheedia across the World
49:40 – Bhai Amrik Singh Ji – All Sikh Students Federation
53:25 – Bhai Amrik Singh becomes the President of the Federation
55:30 – Truck Driver story
1:00:30 – Sant Ji’s Humility
1:03:00 – Was Sant Ji Congress?
1:16:30 – The failings of the Nirankari’s
1:08:10 – Leadership
1:09:25 – Arrest of Sant Jarnail Singh Ji
1:09:55 – 1978 – Kanpur
1:14:30 – Indira Gandhi becomes Prime Minister
1:18:35 – Arrest of Sant Ji
1:20:00 – Sant Ji escaping the Police
1:26:30 – Sant Ji released very quickly
1:34:40 – Dastaar Bandi of Sant Ji
1:43:20 – Sant Ji’s first ‘followers’
1:44:00 – Sant Ji helps a young Hindu woman
1:47:30 – Police encounter with Sikhs
1:48:20 Bhai Kulwant Singh Nagoke
1:53:00 – Bhai Kulwant Singh at the Police station

A Big Thank You To:
Bhai Maniv Singh Sikh Human Rights
Bhai Shamsher Singh NSYF/Khalistan Centre
Bhai Baljit Singh JangNama
Bhai Manpreet Singh World Sikh Parliament & Babbar Akali

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