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Two amritdhari (batptised) Sikh candidates were told to remove their articles of faith before entering the examination centre at polytechnic institute here today. The candidates, wearing kirpan (small sword) and kada (steel bangle), were to appear in the examination for recruitment to the post of patwari. When the candidates reached the examination centre this morning, […]

Two amritdhari (batptised) Sikh candidates were told to remove their articles of faith before entering the examination centre at polytechnic institute here today. The candidates, wearing kirpan (small sword) and kada (steel bangle), were to appear in the examination for recruitment to the post of patwari.

When the candidates reached the examination centre this morning, examiner stopped Karamvir Singh and Sukhvinder Singh and asked them to remove their kada and kirpan before entering the examination hall.

The candidates informed their parents. On getting information, SGPC member reached the centre and protested against the attitude of examiner. The candidates were allowed to appear for the test. The Sikh leaders demanded strict action against the official. The issue reported the matter to the Secretary, Haryana Staff Selection Commission, for necessary action.

~ Source: fatehnetworks.com