American Legislators Commemorate Vaisakhi

April 12, 2013 (Washington, DC) – As Sikh Americans nationwide celebrate Vaisakhi this month, government officials around the United States have issued proclamations and resolutions in recognition of this joyous occasion, commemorating the creation of the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh Ji in 1699.

Thanks to the efforts of the Sikh Coalition’s Volunteer Advocates, the following proclamations and resolutions have been issued:

• Resolution in the United States Congress
• Georgia Senate Resolution 648
• Resolution by the City of Elk Grove, California
• Proclamation by the City of Houston, Texas
• Proclamation by the City of San Antonio, Texas

The Sikh Coalition is grateful to its Volunteer Advocates, including Winty Singh, Harmeet Kaur, Deepak Ahluwalia, and Shawn Tucker, for securing these proclamations and resolutions and helping to raise Sikh awareness among our fellow Americans in honor of Vaisakhi.

The Sikh Coalition wishes everyone a happy and joyous Vaisakhi.