I am writing to express deep frustration and disappointment regarding the Australian Sikh Association’s (ASA) handling of recent critical issues that concern the Sikh community and its moral obligations. It is with a heavy heart that I must convey the growing sense of abandonment and betrayal felt by the sangat as we witness repeated instances of inadequate leadership, lack of transparency, and blatant disregard for the values and responsibilities expected of those in positions of trust.

First and foremost, the ASA’s is yet to respond to the call for action on the National Day of Action on 10th September, to make the matters works ASA along with other few NSW Gurudawara Management have released a letter that has been nothing short of Khanapurti—a superficial, ineffective gesture aimed at appearing as though something is being done. This is simply not enough. There has been no meaningful engagement with the sangat, no press release to address the serious incident at hand, and no visible action that reflects a genuine commitment to justice or progress. This failure is not just an oversight; it is a reflection of irresponsible, inadequate, and morally corrupt leadership.

Such inaction raises serious questions about the values that guide this leadership. Is the ASA truly committed to serving the Panth, or are these merely hollow claims used to mask inaction and incompetence? Time and time again, management appears to be more interested in filling their coffers by begging for funds from government and council grants, while boasting about being the “biggest” in Australia. But where is the impact? What has been delivered in service to the community, aside from empty promises and ceremonial efforts? The answer is simple: NOTHING.

It is beyond frustrating to witness a pattern where these management bodies only react when they are cornered into doing so, often offering nothing more than symbolic gestures.

Sending a letter to the Prime Minister, while it may generate a response of condolences, achieves no real action—especially when it’s well-known that the issue is not within his direct jurisdiction. Any response, likely from a PA secretary, will likely defer to other agencies like the Hate Crime unit or the Australian Federal Police (AFP), both of which are already taking action. So, what exactly does this letter accomplish? It is another eyewash, another attempt to pacify the community with the illusion of action while the core issues remain unaddressed. It is nothing more than an insult to the intelligence of those who understand the political process.

ASA leadership will claim they have acted, but this is a clear attempt to fool those who lack the knowledge or experience to see the truth. The truth is this: NOTHING meaningful has been done, and the Panth is left without real representation or advocacy. This level of disengagement, of empty rhetoric and hollow claims, is deeply unethical and unbecoming of an organization that claims to serve a higher purpose.

The community deserves better. We deserve leaders who are proactive, transparent, and genuinely committed to moral and ethical action. Leaders who do not wait for the sangat to demand action but who engage with the community as partners, offering solutions, not just condolences. It is time for the ASA to reflect on its failures and to hold itself accountable for its moral responsibilities.

Sincerely,

Samar Singh Kohli

Sovereign Sikhs

Letter by ASA and other NSW Gurudawara Bodies is a reflection of their hollow principles and hollow gestures