Premier David Eby has issued the following statement celebrating Hola Mohalla:

“Sikhs in British Columbia and around the world begin celebrating Hola Mohalla today.

“People will gather for prayers and hymn singing, as well as for communal meals, in gurdwaras. The bright and colourful festivities last for three days of celebration, including demonstrations of gatka, the traditional Sikh martial art.

“I wish a joyous festival to all celebrating Hola Mohalla.”