Arur Singh Naushera

Arur Singh Naushera (1865-1926), was a former Sarbrah of Akal Takht.

Issues

In 1919, Sarbrah of Akal Takht, Giani Arur Singh Naushera honored General Michael O'Dwyer, responsible for the massacre of Jallianwala Bagh. Arur Singh was the grandfather of Sikh politician Simranjit Singh Mann. In 2002, Simranjit Singh Mann apologized for the act of his grandfather and stated, "seeking apology would give peace to his nana's soul."[1]

References

  1. "After Jallianwala bhag Akal Takht Jathedar gave Siropa to Odwyer Evidence". Daily Sikh Updates. 14 March 2015. Retrieved 15 October 2016.
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