Dal Khalsa's youth wing 'Sikh Youth of Punjab' (SYP) held a road show to express their anguish and concern over the rise of drug menace, criminalization of politics and sexual violence against women.
Following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, Sikh Americans faced many of the same discriminatory conditions as Muslims and Arab Americans. Because of their distinct appearance, they were visible targets of violence and harassment.
Sonu and Manjinder embody a larger tension within the Sikh community – the internal dilemma among children to remain true to their faith while still fitting in with their peers.