First Sikh in US Army talks about his journey

AMRITSAR: The first Sikh in the American army, Tejdeep Singh Rattan, interacted with students of Khalsa College and shared his experiences with them. He told them about the many ups and downs and the hardships he faced in the US, and how he finally emerged victorious. He revealed that he was rejected to be part of the American army on several occasions only because he had refused to give up the symbols of Sikh faith.

Rattan said that he appealed to the Pentagon that he be allowed to sport the symbols of Sikh religion, which was agreed to following which he finally became a part of the US Army. Rattan would now be shortly commissioned to serve in Afghanistan as a Captain in US Army. He expressed hope that following his example, other Sikh youths would also venture into diverse fields to make a mark for themselves. Daljit Singh, principal of the college said that it was a proud moment for Khalsa College as one of its alumnus had proved his mettle and brought honour and esteem to the entire Sikh community.