23 January 2026

Why are Fewer Youth from Punjab Joining the Sikh Regiment?

The Sikh Regiment is known as the "Steel Guard" of India. For generations, the bravest sons of Punjab have joined the Army with pride. But recently, news has shown a drop in the number of new recruits.

This isn't just a coincidence. Many things are happening at once that are hurting Punjab’s traditional "warrior spirit."

There is a deliberate plan to weaken India's border state. By flooding Punjab with drugs, they are targeting the youth. Young men who want to join the Army are failing the physical tests. Their health is being destroyed before they even reach the recruitment age.


There is another interesting aspect. In many villages across Punjab, we see a rise in Christian missionary work. As the religious and social makeup of villages changes, the deep-rooted tradition of a Sikh family sending at least one son to the Regiment is slowly fading away.


Third angle for the downfall of Punjab’s stability can be linked to the time Captain left the CM post. As a former soldier himself, he understood the link between the Army and the youth.


The drop in Sikh Regiment recruits is a big warning sign. To fix this, we need to save Punjab's youth from drugs, give them strong local leadership again, and remind them of their glorious history in the Indian Army.

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