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10/10/2026

*Punjabi Morcha enters day 10: AAP MLA Manjinder Singh Giaspura extends support; SEWA, Sikhs 4 All Foundation, Gurdwaras back demand*

*Fresh Endorsements Strengthen All J&K Sikh Sangat’s Campaign for Official Language Status for Punjabi*

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The indefinite Punjabi Language Dharna/Morcha of the All J&K Sikh Sangat entered its tenth consecutive day on Saturday, with the movement receiving fresh support from Punjab MLA Manjinder Singh Giaspura and several organisations, including the S.E.W.A. Society, Sikhs 4 All Foundation, Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha, Gobind Nagar (Munshi Chak), Jammu, and other Sikh religious and community bodies.

Manjinder Singh Giaspura, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA from the Payal Assembly constituency in Punjab, specially visited Jammu to extend his support to the All J&K Sikh Sangat’s demand for granting Punjabi official language status in Jammu and Kashmir. His participation added further momentum to the ongoing agitation, which seeks due recognition for Punjabi’s linguistic, cultural and historical significance in the region.

The All J&K Sikh Sangat welcomed Giaspura’s solidarity, describing the participation of a public representative from Punjab as an encouraging development for the movement. The Morcha has continued to attract support from individuals, religious institutions and social organisations seeking official recognition for Punjabi in Jammu and Kashmir.

Adding to the growing list of endorsements, the S.E.W.A. Society, Jammu, formally submitted a letter of support dated October 10, 2026. The society stated that its volunteers had been continuously supporting and contributing to the agitation since its beginning. Through the letter, it reaffirmed its commitment to the campaign and expressed hope that the movement would achieve early success and that the Punjabi language would flourish.

The Sikhs 4 All Foundation, an educational and charitable organisation, also extended its wholehearted support to the ongoing Morcha. In its letter, the foundation described the exclusion of Punjabi from official language status as an injustice to the Punjabi-speaking population and urged the present political leadership and authorities to take an early decision on the demand. It pledged continued support until the demands of the Morcha were accepted.

Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha, Gobind Nagar (Munshi Chak), Jammu, also conveyed its support through a formal letter. The Gurdwara management underlined Punjabi’s close association with Sikh religious traditions, cultural heritage and community identity, and urged the authorities to grant the language its due recognition.

The District Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee, Doda, and Sikh Nowwan Sewadar Sabha, Batote, also extended their support to the agitation through written communications. Their endorsements further reflected the participation of Sikh religious and community organisations from different parts of Jammu and Kashmir in the campaign for Punjabi’s official recognition.

The fresh support letters have strengthened the All J&K Sikh Sangat’s position that the demand is not confined to a single organisation or locality, but concerns the preservation of the linguistic and cultural heritage of Jammu and Kashmir.

Meanwhile, Taranjit Singh Tony, Chairman of Gurdwara Rani Talab, Digiana, and a prominent voice of the ongoing Morcha, welcomed the fresh endorsements and thanked Manjinder Singh Giaspura, the S.E.W.A. Society, Sikhs 4 All Foundation, Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha, Gobind Nagar, the District Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee, Doda, Sikh Nowwan Sewadar Sabha, Batote, and all other supporters for standing with the movement.

Tony said the growing support from Punjab and different parts of Jammu and Kashmir demonstrated the wider significance of the demand for Punjabi’s official recognition. He emphasised that the campaign was rooted in the protection of the region’s linguistic, historical and cultural heritage.

He appealed to the Omar Abdullah-led government to respond positively to the demand and bring the Punjabi Language Bill before the Legislative Assembly so that concrete steps could be taken towards granting Punjabi its rightful status.

Tony reiterated that the Morcha would continue its peaceful, democratic and constitutional campaign until the government took meaningful action. He clarified that the movement was not against any language or community, but sought due recognition for Punjabi while respecting Jammu and Kashmir’s linguistic diversity.

As the Dharna/Morcha entered Day 10, the All J&K Sikh Sangat reaffirmed its resolve to continue the agitation until its demand for official language status for Punjabi in Jammu and Kashmir receives a concrete response from the government.

10/10/2026

DAY 10 OF MORCHA: PARVINDER SINGH CALLS FOR UNITY TO SECURE OFFICIAL LANGUAGE STATUS FOR PUNJABI IN J&K

Urges J&K Government to Convene Special Assembly Session and Pass Resolution for Recognition of Punjabi; Appeals to People to Support Sikh Sangat and Avoid Unnecessary Controversies

JAMMU, OCTOBER 10 : On the tenth day of the ongoing morcha demanding official language status for Punjabi in Jammu and Kashmir, Parvinder Singh on Thursday appealed to people across the Union Territory to unite in support of the Sikh Sangat, which is spearheading the movement for the inclusion of Punjabi among the officially recognised languages of J&K.

Emphasising the linguistic, cultural and historical significance of Punjabi, Singh said its recognition was essential for preserving the region’s rich heritage and respecting the aspirations of Punjabi-speaking communities. He urged people from all sections of society to extend their wholehearted support to the ongoing movement and stand together for the preservation and promotion of the language.

Singh maintained that Punjabi is spoken by a significant section of the population in Jammu and Kashmir and has long remained an integral part of the region’s diverse social and cultural fabric. He said language is not merely a medium of communication but also an expression of identity, history, tradition and cultural belonging. Recognising Punjabi as an official language, he added, would be a meaningful step towards acknowledging the aspirations of its speakers and ensuring that future generations remain connected with their mother tongue and cultural roots.

“The time has come for all of us to unite and stand firmly behind the Sikh Sangat in its demand for official recognition of Punjabi. We must remain focused on our objective and work collectively to ensure that Punjabi receives its rightful place in Jammu and Kashmir,” Singh said.

Calling for concrete action from the authorities, Singh urged the Jammu and Kashmir Government and the Union Government to take necessary legislative and administrative steps towards granting official language status to Punjabi in the Union Territory. He specifically appealed to the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly to convene a special session in the coming days and pass a resolution recommending the inclusion of Punjabi among the officially recognised languages of J&K.

He said official recognition would strengthen efforts to preserve Punjabi language and literature and could create greater opportunities for its use in education, cultural activities, media and public communication, subject to the applicable legislative and administrative provisions. He stressed that the demand should be viewed in the broader context of linguistic inclusion, cultural preservation and equal respect for the region’s diverse communities.

Highlighting the constitutional importance of protecting linguistic and cultural identities, Singh referred to Article 29 of the Constitution of India, which safeguards the interests of sections of citizens having a distinct language, script or culture. He said preserving Punjabi was essential to ensuring that the language, literature and cultural traditions continued to flourish and remained accessible to future generations.

Appreciating the role of the Sikh Sangat in leading the ongoing morcha, Singh said the agitation reflected the community’s determination to secure due recognition and respect for Punjabi. He appealed to Punjabi-speaking citizens, members of the Sikh community and supporters of linguistic diversity to come together on a common platform and strengthen the movement through peaceful mobilisation, public awareness and constructive engagement with the authorities.

Singh further urged people to refrain from unnecessary controversies, divisive statements, personal attacks and political point-scoring that could divert attention from the central demand. He said the movement must remain united and focused on its primary objective of securing official language status for Punjabi in Jammu and Kashmir, adding that unrelated disputes would only weaken the collective voice of those supporting the cause.

He emphasised that unity, discipline and peaceful democratic participation were essential to bringing greater attention to the issue and encouraging the authorities to take meaningful action. He called upon all sections of society to rise above personal and political differences and support the movement in the larger interest of linguistic and cultural preservation.

Concluding his appeal, Singh reiterated that the demand for official recognition of Punjabi was a matter of linguistic pride, cultural preservation and inclusive representation. He urged the people of Jammu and Kashmir to stand together in support of the Sikh Sangat’s ongoing morcha and raise their voices peacefully for the recognition of Punjabi as an official language of the Union Territory.

“Let us remain united, avoid unnecessary controversies and focus all our efforts on one common demand: official language status for Punjabi in Jammu and Kashmir,” he said.

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08/10/2026

*Punjabi Morcha enters Day 8: Yuva Rajput Sabha backs demand, DGPC thanks entire team; Tony awaits Govt’s announcement*

*Gujjar Desh Charitable Trust, Jammu Taxi Unions & Transport Bodies Extend Fresh Support to Punjabi Language Demand*

JAMMU, OCTOBER 8: The indefinite Punjabi Language Dharna/Morcha in Jammu entered its eighth consecutive day on Thursday, with the campaign receiving fresh support from social, community and transport organisations across Jammu.

The Yuva Rajput Sabha (J&K) extended its support to the demand for inclusion of Punjabi as an official language of Jammu and Kashmir. The Sabha highlighted Punjabi’s historical and cultural significance in the region and expressed solidarity with the ongoing democratic movement.

Yuva Rajput Sabha President Dilawar Singh Manhas said that Jammu and Kashmir has a rich linguistic and cultural diversity and Punjabi has an important historical and cultural place in the region. He said the demand for inclusion of Punjabi as an official language deserves consideration and expressed the Sabha’s solidarity with the ongoing democratic movement.

DGPC Secretary Surjit Singh and Vice President Balwinder Singh thanked Yuva Rajput Sabha President Dilawar Singh Manhas, Chairman Raghubir Singh Rakhwal and the entire team/board for extending support to the Punjabi language demand. They said the gesture reflected growing support for the issue beyond the Sikh community and underlined the importance of collective social solidarity.

Immediately following the support from Yuva Rajput Sabha, Gujjar Desh Charitable Trust (Regd.) also extended full support and solidarity to the All J&K Sikh Sangat. In its letter, the Trust backed the restoration of Punjabi as an official language of Jammu and Kashmir, describing the language as an important part of the region’s identity, history and cultural heritage. The Trust urged the administration to address the long-pending demand and restore Punjabi’s official status.

In another significant endorsement, the All India Confederation of SC/ST/OBC Organisations (J&K State), led by President R.K. Kalsotra, extended full and unconditional support to the All J&K Sikh Sangat and its demand for restoration of Punjabi as one of the official languages of Jammu and Kashmir.

In its communication dated September 28, 2026, the Confederation described Punjabi as an important part of Jammu and Kashmir’s composite culture, neighbourhood and heritage. The organisation also stated that it had been raising the issue and holding programmes and deliberations across J&K in support of restoration of Punjabi.

The Confederation further conveyed that it would continue to raise the issue at the national level and assured the Sikh Sangat of its support for the cause.
Fresh support also came from Airport Taxi Drivers Association (Regd.), Civil Airport Jammu-Cantt; Taxi Operators Union, Railway Station Jammu; and Jammu Province Tourist Taxi Operators Federation, which extended their support to the demand for incorporating Punjabi as one of the official languages of Jammu and Kashmir.

The Akhil Bhartiya Transport Association, Bari Brahmana, also conveyed its support to the ongoing movement.
The support from transport and taxi organisations, organisers said, reflects the widening social backing for the demand.
Sikh Nowjawan Sabha, Camp Gole Gujral, Jammu, and Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha also extended support to the Punjabi language demand through written communications.

PDP spokesperson Varinder Singh Sonu reiterated the party’s support for the Punjabi language demand and the ongoing Morcha, maintaining that Punjabi deserves due recognition in Jammu and Kashmir.

Meanwhile, the Morcha organisers said they were awaiting a formal position from the National Conference on the demand, particularly after the BJP called for a one-day special session and announced that its 29 MLAs would support the Punjabi Language Bill.
Taranjit Singh Tony, Chairman, Gurdwara Rani Talab, Digiana, welcomed the fresh endorsements and particularly thanked the Yuva Rajput Sabha, Gujjar Desh Charitable Trust, R.K. Kalsotra-led SC/ST/OBC Confederation, taxi unions, transport bodies and other organisations for standing with the demand.
Tony reiterated that the Morcha would continue its peaceful, democratic and constitutional campaign and appealed to the Omar Abdullah-led government to take the necessary steps towards bringing the Punjabi Language Bill before the Assembly.
The organisers said the movement would continue until a positive decision is taken on the demand for official recognition of Punjabi in Jammu and Kashmir.

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