AMRITSAR: The first American Sikh Congressional Caucus that would provide a formidable platform to the community to address its issues has been launched in the US.
The caucus is a giant step forward to address issues and problems confronting the community.
There are Sikh identity issues, issues relating to security of the community members and Sikh shrines in US along with human rights' issues," said coordinator, American Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (AGPC) Dr Pritpal Singh while talking to TOI on Thursday.
President of AGPC JS Hothi called the caucus as a major step ahead for the US based Sikh community. Director of United Sikhs - one of the Sikh advocacy organizations, Hardyal Singh said they look forward to being in direct contact and communication with lawmakers concerning issues that directly or indirectly affect the Sikh community.
