IN SR0068

Recognizes and acknowledges the significant contributions American Sikhs have made to the United States and State of Indiana on the occasion of Vaisakhi as "National Sikh Day"

Notes that nearly one million Sikhs live in the United States with an estimated 10,000 living in Indiana, and that Sikhs have been present in the U.S. for over 100 years and Indiana for over 50 years

Highlights that Indiana is home to approximately 3,500 Sikh-owned businesses including gas stations, convenience stores, restaurants, and trucking/transportation companies

Acknowledges Sikh religious practices and values including the Gurdwara Sahib (place of worship with more than 20 locations statewide) and Langar (community kitchen serving free meals to all visitors regardless of faith or background)

Directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit a copy of the resolution to Gurinder Singh Khalsa, founder and chairman of SikhsPAC