British Sikh groups have visited Parliament to accuse the government of not addressing a reported rise in anti-Sikh incidents. The action follows the fatal stabbing of a 24-year-old woman in West London. The Sikh Federation (UK) and the Sikh Network led the effort, claiming officials have not responded to increased hostility toward the community. Police are still examining the case with no motive released. The victim, originally from Punjab, died in a double stabbing in Hayes. A man in his twenties was also injured and remains hospitalized. A 44-year-old man has been charged with murder, attempted murder and carrying a bladed weapon, and he is in custody. The victim’s family has asked investigators to consider whether the attack was racially motivated. A senior detective called the event shocking. A representative from the Sikh Federation cited other recent anti-Sikh cases, including two rapes in the West Midlands. The UK has more than 525,000 Sikhs. Police record religiously aggravated offences but do not publish national figures specifically for crimes against Sikhs, so claims of a recent increase cannot be verified independently. A survey by the Sikh Federation found that 40 percent of respondents had experienced or seen such incidents, nearly 90 percent thought they had risen, and over half no longer felt safe. Only 6 percent of incidents were reported to police. The group’s political engagement chief said concerns had been raised directly with ministers since late May but met with silence. The organization plans to ask MPs to press for recognition of anti-Sikh hate crimes alongside other forms of religious and racial hatred. The Indian Workers Association (Great Britain) has supported the family and called for a full investigation into all possible motives. Its general secretary expressed shock and solidarity. A local Labour MP offered condolences and urged avoidance of speculation while the police inquiry continues. A Home Office spokesperson said thoughts are with the family but declined further comment due to the active investigation.
