Chandigarh, May 8, 2025 – In a stirring tribute to valour and shared history, Manpreet Singh, also known as Manu Singh, is an enthusiastic youth leader and community advocate. He is championing the recognition of Sikhs and Punjab regiment’s soldiers who fought alongside ANZAC troops in World War-I. His mission is to ensure their sacrifices, long overshadowed in mainstream narratives and are etched into Australia’s collective memory. After returning from Australia, he is aspiring to build a memorial in Punjab. The memorial aims to commemorate their heroism. It will be remembered by the generations to come.

“Honouring the Forgotten ANZACs: Sikhs Remembered at Delhi Commemoration”

The ANZAC legend is a cornerstone of Australian identity. Yet, Manu Singh is determined to bring the “forgotten Anzacs” into the light. He especially focuses on the Sikh soldiers who stood shoulder-to-shoulder with Australian troops at Gallipoli. On June 4, 1915, the 14th Sikh regiment alone lost 379 men in a single day of brutal combat, embodying the same courage and sacrifice that define the ANZAC spirit. This shared history gained growing recognition at this year’s ANZAC Day commemorations in New Delhi. The Australian high commissioner, Barry O Farrell, and New Zealand High Commissioner, Patrick John Rata, were present. The Australian Army’s Chief of Defence Staff, Damien Scully O’Shea, and representatives from the Returned and Services League (RSL) also gathered. They honoured all who served, including the Sikh and Indian soldiers who fought alongside ANZAC forces. Their presence underscored the deepening acknowledgment of this multinational legacy.

Punjab regiment’s  ; Manu Singh’s Mission: Honouring Sikh Soldiers on ANZAC Day”

For the past four years, Manu Singh has proudly marched in the ANZAC Day Parade at New Delhi. He wears his great uncle’s British-Indian Army medals. As a member of the RSL, he represents the Sikh regiment and supports war widows. “Hearing the applause for our soldiers was overwhelming,” he said. “It was a moment where cultures converged. The Anzac ethos of mateship met the Sikh tradition of sewa (Service) and sacrifice.” His efforts have resonated deeply, earning admiration from the Sikh diaspora and Australians alike. “True remembrance must be inclusive,” Manu Singh asserts. “These men fought the same war, shared the same struggles and deserve the same honour.” ANZAC Day is becoming a broader symbol of courage and unity. As a result, Manu Singh’s campaign gains momentum. There are growing calls for formal recognition in institutions like the RSL. For him, this is more than history – it’s a debt of gratitude. “Their story,” he says, “is our shared legacy. Let’s not forget.”