Sardars and Sardarnis are Sikh and Punjabis are Punjabis!

Let’s clear this confusion once and for all?

I’ve been asked this question quite a few times.

The question starts as well as ends at “You are a Punjabi, right?” And we nod our heads away. I think somewhere down the line we ourselves have gotten tired of explaining the difference about whether Sikh and Punjabi are the same.

So here it is LOUD and CLEAR.

With a logical explanation

“Punjabi” is a regional identity while “Sikh” is a religious identity.

A Sikh household is home to turbans.

And we take utmost pride in belonging to the 'Sikh community’ because ‘Sikh’ means 'learner' or 'seeker of truth'.

Any other doubts? Please ask in the comments.

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