The Khalistani terror outfit “Sikhs For Justice” (SFJ) has once again stirred unrest in Punjab by issuing provocative threats against Hindus and migrant workers. Its chief, designated terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, released a video declaring that only those who boycott Diwali and celebrate Deepmala on Bandi Chhor Divas would be allowed to stay in Punjab. He demanded that migrants from other states vacate Punjab by October 19, warning of dire consequences for those who defy his ultimatum.
Pannun’s Escalating Threats
In his latest video, Pannun claimed that Punjab is not a part of India and issued a specific threat of raids at Batala railway station. He showcased visuals of the station, boasting that Khalistani slogans had been painted on signboards and electricity boxes. He even mentioned the Achaleshwar Dham temple while threatening Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav and the Mann-led state government. These open provocations are part of SFJ’s continuous attempts to spread separatist propaganda and sow division.
Rise of Anti-Migrant Sentiment
Parallel to these threats, Punjab is witnessing a dangerous rise in anti-migrant sentiment. The recent killing of a five-year-old child, allegedly by a migrant worker in Hoshiarpur, has been exploited by separatist and anti-India elements to target communities from Bihar and Uttar Pradesh. More than 25 panchayats in Hoshiarpur and nearby districts passed resolutions restricting migrants without Punjab-based documentation from staying in their villages. Some even ordered undocumented workers to leave within days, sparking an exodus of migrant labourers. Videos from Bathinda and Ludhiana have surfaced showing vigilantes threatening street vendors and urging mass departures.
Industry Raises Alarm
This sudden hostility has alarmed Punjab’s business community. Migrant workers form the backbone of the state’s agriculture, factories, shops, and households. Badish Jindal, president of the World MSME Forum, warned Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann that Punjab’s industries and supply chains could collapse if migrants are forced out. He stressed that such actions would not only damage local businesses but also disrupt exports moving through other states. The industry has urged the government to act swiftly, calling the anti-migrant campaign a conspiracy to weaken Punjab’s economy.
A Conspiracy Against Punjab’s Stability
The twin dangers of Khalistani propaganda and rising anti-migrant hostility represent a direct threat to Punjab’s social harmony and economic strength. Pannun’s separatist rhetoric seeks to pit communities against one another, while vested interests exploit tragedies to drive out migrant workers essential for the state’s survival. Unless the government takes firm measures to counter both extremism and divisive narratives, Punjab risks sliding into instability that will benefit only anti-India forces. Protecting workers and uniting communities is not just an economic necessity but a matter of national security.