Sikhism in Singapore

Singaporean Sikhs are an ethnoreligious group forming a minority community in Singapore. Sikhism has been present in Singapore for centuries, particularly through the service of Sikhs in the military and police forces of the British Empire. There are about 12,000–15,000 practising Sikhs in Singapore, most of whom are ethnic Punjabis. The community maintains seven gurdwaras, as well as a missionary society, a welfare society, two youth organisations and two sports clubs.

During the period when Singapore was part of the Straits Settlements, Sikhs migrated from the Punjab region to work as policemen under British rule. Many left their homeland due to poverty and debt, seeking better prospects across the Empire. The early Sikhs were commonly employed in law enforcement and security occupations, such as policemen, guards or watchmen. Over time, and especially after World War II, they began to enter business and white-collar professions that includes finance and law.