BJP to hold Veer Bal Diwas despite Sikh groups' objections
BJP's Punjab unit will observe Veer Bal Diwas on December 26 in Patiala, honoring the Sahibzadas. Sikh organizations oppose the event, calling it political appropriation. Details inside.
BJP's Punjab unit will observe Veer Bal Diwas on December 26 in Patiala, honoring the Sahibzadas. Sikh organizations oppose the event, calling it political appropriation. Details inside.
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