Sikh leaders allege third-degree treatment, turbans removed from pilgrims in Uttarakhand

Sikh leaders from Haryana have voiced strong concerns over a recent clash involving pilgrims in Uttarakhand, alleging “third-degree torture” of four arrested community members. They demand immediate release of the pilgrims and registration of cases against locals involved. Discussions have been held with Haryana and Uttarakhand chief ministers, who have reportedly given assurances.