Sikh organizations have called for an investigation following reports that a historic gurdwara building in Quetta, Pakistan, was demolished to make way for a commercial development.Community representatives identified the property as Shri Guru Singh Sabha Gurdwara, situated on Archer Road in the capital of Balochistan province. The building is believed to have been nearly 200 years old and was reportedly used more recently to operate St. Gabriel School.The Baloch Sikh Council alleges that the structure was demolished and that construction of a shopping complex has begun at the location. Sikh representatives have described the development as a serious loss to the community’s religious and cultural heritage.Political and religious leaders in India have urged the Indian government to raise the matter with Pakistan. They have also requested measures to document and protect historic Sikh places of worship across Pakistan.Reports indicate that the demolition occurred earlier, while the latest development is the renewed demand for official intervention. Pakistani authorities have not publicly provided a detailed account confirming the circumstances surrounding the demolition.
