New Delhi:
Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong wore an immaculate white turban at the inauguration of a gurdwara and greeted the neighborhood members in ideal Punjabi, saying “Sat Sri Akaal”. Speaking at the occasion, he praised the Sikh neighborhood for their contribution in mitigating the disruptions brought on by the pandemic. He stated the gurdwaras in Singapore rallied members to enable these in will need through this complicated period, regardless of race, religion, or background. The Silat Road gurdwara is a shining icon in the multi-religious landscape of Singapore, the prime minister stated.
The gurdwara was renovated through the pandemic when Sikh leaders helped worshippers adjust to disruptions brought on by the pandemic by innovating and applying technologies to adapt to the “new normal”. The gurdwara began live-streaming services of congregations for devotees and the Coordinating Council of Sikh Institutions commissioned a job force referred to as ‘Project Akaal’ to provide help for mental wellness inside the Sikh neighborhood.
“These initiatives set a good example for the wider community, as we move towards a new normal of living with an endemic virus,” PM Lee stated through his speech. He shared a component of his speech and some photographs of his go to to the gurdwara on his Facebook web page as nicely as on Twitter.
Delighted to attend the inauguration of Silat Road Sikh Temple today right after a prolonged renovation through the pandemic. Congratulations to the Sikh neighborhood on this momentous occasion! – LHL https://t.co/jH6Bkowe21pic.twitter.com/XLQHatFeeE
— leehsienloong (@leehsienloong) July 3, 2021
The complete speech was made out there on YouTube. “Congratulations once again to the Sikh community on this momentous occasion!” he added.
The Indian High Commission in Singapore tweeted a couple of pictures of PM Lee and congratulated the Sikh neighborhood on the inauguration of the gurdwara by him.
The High Commission of India in Singapore congratulates the #Sikh neighborhood in Singapore on the occasion of the inauguration of the Silat Road Gurudwara by PM @leehsienloong following the completion of the renovation project.@MEAIndia@PMOIndiapic.twitter.com/86ETKxwpyx
— India in Singapore (@IndiainSingapor) July 6, 2021
The Singapore PM’s gesture has attracted praise and focus from the Sikh neighborhood spread across the globe, who shared his speech and image on social media.
Parminder Singh, who has worked in prime positions in a number of multinational businesses, such as Twitter and Google, appeared to thank the Singapore PM with a folded hands emoji.
Singapore Prime Minister, @leehsienloong inaugurated a newly renovated Gurudwara wearing an immaculate turban and greeting everybody with a ideal Sat Sri Akaal! ???? pic.twitter.com/fFk36V6Av0
— Parminder Singh (@parrysingh) July 4, 2021
Delhi BJP Secretary Impreet Singh Bakshi also shared an image of PM Lee and highlighted that he wore a Sikh dress with a turban.
Prime Minister of Singapore Lee Hsien Loong delivering lecture at the inauguration of Silat Road Sikh Gurdwara. He wears Sikh dress with turban to attain out to the Sikh neighborhood of Singapore, appreciating their charitable efforts in this complicated atmosphere of COVID 19. pic.twitter.com/dMFr9t0gXb
— Impreet Singh Bakshi ਇਮਪ੍ਰੀਤ ਸਿੰਘ ਬਖ਼ਸ਼ੀ (@impreetsbakshi) July 4, 2021
Before the renovation, the Silat Road Gurdwara served up to 1,500 individuals every day and now the langar can be organised for up to 2,000 individuals in a safer and comfy atmosphere.