The UK government has expressed openness to creating a dedicated Sikh regiment in the British Army, similar to the Gurkha Regiment. British Defence Minister Vernon Rodney Coaker indicated willingness to discuss the proposal with Labour peer Kuldip Singh Sahota, who raised the demand in the House of Lords. Sikhs, who have a long history of service in the British Army dating back to the 1840s and distinguished roles in both World Wars, currently number around 160 in the force. The renewed discussion signals growing momentum to formally recognise Sikh military contributions within the UK’s armed forces.  Photo credit: defencesikhnetwork #SikhRegiment #BritishArmy #UKDefence

Honoured to attend Holla Mohalla alongside Sgt Major Anderson, Sir Major Gen Kendal, MP Jas Athwal and fellow @britisharmy Sikh Soldiers. A powerful celebration of Sikh martial traditions, faith, and vibrant, colorful culture. Holla Mohalla was established by Guru Gobind Singh Ji in 1701 as a display of Sikh valor, discipline, and unity. It remains a symbol of strength, resilience, and the warrior spirit of the Khalsa. A huge thanks to @defencesikhnetwork for organizing this incredible event and to @buddhadaluk for their outstanding Gatka presentation and live demonstrations, keeping this legacy alive. Grateful to serve in a military that embraces diversity and respects our faith. From Ardas (Sikh Prayer) to martial arts, color throwing, and dynamic competitions, the event truly embodied the Sikh spirit. Proud to uphold this heritage! #HollaMohalla #SikhWarriorSpirit #BritishArmy #DiversityInDefence #FaithAndService #Gatka #BudhaDal #TraditionAndPride #vibrantcultures #sikhs #singh #kaur #sikhtraditions #gatka #proudtoserveinthearmedforces

As part of our Vaisakhi celebrations #RNAttract Central visited the National Sikh Museum in Derby and gifted WO John Thacker’s model of HMS SIKH, a WW2 tribal class destroyer, to the museum. We hope it gets many visitors. @RAdmJudeTerry @DefenceSikhNetwork @SikhMuseumDerby

12 Sep 1897 Battle of Saragarhi 🙏🫡 I feel very lucky and blessed to have visited such a place with @defencesikhnetwork members @britisharmy where the “ Battle of Saragarhi” took place 🙏 This special moment and time will always stay with me forever 🙏🫡 #BlessedAndGrateful

Members of #DefenceSikhNetwork were privileged to be invited to celebrate Vaisakhi with @RishiSunak at No10 this week. We're honoured to represent the Sikh community in the UK Armed Forces and actually have a chance to talk about achievements and challenges with the PM.@DefenceHQ

Sikh prayer books issued to UK military personnel after 100 yrs yespunjab.com/?p=702269 #NitnemGutka #GutkaSahib #Sikhs #SikhPrayer #UK #UKMilitary #MilitaryPersonnel #MajorDaljinderSinghVirdee #DefenceSikhNetwork @DefenceSikhNW

Holla Mohalla is a Sikh military festival celebrated across the world, check out this video by the @DefenceSikhNetwork with Armed Forces colleagues from around the world.

Holla Mohalla is a Sikh military festival celebrated across the world, check out this video by the @DefenceSikhNetwork with Armed Forces colleagues from around the world! #HollaMahalla

Blessings meeting Bhai Saab Ji in Birmingham, had the privilege of sharing with him the work we are doing from the @defencesikhnetwork @NishkamCentre #sikh #BritishArmy

Hearing about some great work for the @thesikhgames Well done to the team.. Thank you to @armyengagement @royalnavy @britisharmy @royalairforceuk @defencesikhnetwork @unibirmingham @ubsport for your unflinching support 🏆 #thesikhgames

And so the planning begins… Thank you to @armyengagement @royalnavy @britisharmy @royalairforceuk @defencesikhnetwork @unibirmingham @ubsport for your unflinching support 🏆 So excited to share more details in the coming weeks. Happy Friday folks! #thesikhgames

Check out this new video by the @defencesikhnetwork clarifying how Sikhs in the UK Armed Forces manage their turban and the requirement to wear a combat helmet! #sikh #Army #Helmet #combat

Thank you @challengecoinuk for producing the official @defencesikhnetwork commanders coins! Really important to recognise the efforts of our people who volunteer tirelessly across the network! The design features our motto and a famous #Sikh General Hari Singh Nalwa!

Congratulations to LCpl Singh of the RLC Engagement Team on his recent promotion to Cpl - great achievement, well done 🥳 #BritishArmyChef #Sikh #DefenceSikhNetwork

HMS Collingwood were delighted to host Chair of @defencesikhnetwork Major Dal Virdee and Midshipman Gurkamalpreet Singh to celebrate #chabeelday. For many years the Sikh community have been providing 'Chabeel' or Rose Milk Sherbet to passers-by @sikhpa @RoyalNavy @WO1MickTurnbull

Selfless service or "seva" is the act of helping others without reward or personal gain. #DefenceSikhNetwork Thanks for sharing @ArmyLGBT 🏳️‍🌈

Selfless service or "seva" is the act of helping others without reward or personal gain. The Defence Sikh Network were privileged to work alongside the Midlands Langar Seva Society to help support the most vulnerable members of our society. #DefenceSikhNetwork

Good Luck to Lt Singh who is looking to complete a half ironman this weekend. #Reme @DefenceSikhNetwork #ArteEtMarte

#saragarhi #saragarhiday #britisharmy #defencesikhnetwork @DefenceSikhNW @BritishArmy

Make sure you tune in tomorrow to listen to members of #DefenceSikhNetwork talk about a range of things including Saragarhi Day! Make sure to tune into our Facebook page for the live event on Saturday Timings to be released later today!