Islamabad : The Baku Initiative Group (BIG), in collaboration with Sikh Federation International, has released a detailed report titled “Beyond Borders: Indian Transnational Repression Against the Sikh Diaspora,” highlighting allegations of transnational repression targeting Sikh communities living abroad.
According to the report, the document examines concerns regarding alleged intimidation, surveillance, and pressure tactics directed at members of the Sikh diaspora in various countries.
The report was jointly prepared by the Baku Initiative Group and Sikh Federation International.The findings were researched and drafted by Prabjot Singh, legal counsel for the Sikh Federation, with significant support from both organizations.
The report aims to draw international attention to issues relating to the rights, freedoms, and security of Sikh communities residing outside India. It also calls for greater global awareness and dialogue on the protection of diaspora communities and human rights.
The organizations stated that the publication is intended to contribute to ongoing discussions on transnational repression and the safeguarding of civil liberties across borders.
The 58-page report presents fact-based evidences of the systematic pressure mechanisms implemented by Indian Government against Sikhs and other ethnic groups abroad.
A launch was also organized in Geneva in the recent past in which Director General of the Geneva Press Club, experts in international law, human rights defenders and representatives of leading global media outlets such as the BBC and AFP, along with other media representatives
