The small but vibrant Sikh community of Swat, despite its historical existence in the region, has had to make do without a dedicated crematorium, for what seems like time immemorial. 100 per foot, by a local Muslim family. “Swat has been home to some of the most educated Sikh community members in the region for the past 50 years. They are among our doctors and teachers, who’ve served the land tirelessly and the crematorium land is a gift to them from the village of Swat,” expressed Lala. According to Sardeep Kumar, who has been put in-charge of the Swat crematorium, a committee has been formed for the upkeep of the Sikh burial place.

Source: The Express Tribune April 12, 2021 07:18 UTC