Tribute to Sikh community during Remembrance Day

KUALA LUMPUR: The Sikh community’s role in defending the then Malaya during the two World Wars was the highlight of the Remembrance Day ceremony held at the National Monument here.

British High Commissioner to Malaysia Vicki Treadell said the Sikhs had fought as part of the British Indian Army who defended Malaya, adding that it was important for the present generation to pay their respects and remember those who had given everything, including their lives.