Vaisakhi also marks the establishment of the Khalsa Panth by Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the 10th Sikh guru, in 1699. The venue of Fort Cornwallis holds significance for the Sikh community as it was their initial settlement in Penang. Chow said the Sikh community first came to Malaya in the mid-19th century, mainly as part of the British colonial workforce. “Today, the Sikh community excel in various fields, including medicine, law, engineering, education and business. Wadda Gurdwara Sahib Penang is one of the earliest Sikh temples in Malaysia, having been first set up in Fort Cornwallis.

Source: The Star May 16, 2024 03:06 UTC