An Indian man has put aside his religious beliefs to help a person in need.
Harman Singh, who lives in Auckland, took the exceptional step of removing his turban in public so he could use it to cradle the bleeding head of a 5-year-old boy hit by a car.
Mr Singh, 22, was at home when he heard car wheels screeching, and then a commotion, and ran outside to investigate.
“I saw a child down on the ground and a lady was holding him. His head was bleeding, so I unveiled my turban and put it under his head.”
A turban is a type of headwear based on cloth winding. Within the Sikh community it is refered to as a Dastar. Wearing a Sikh turban is mandatory for all Amritdhari (baptized) Sikh men. Among the Sikhs, the Dastaar is an article of faith that represents honour, self-respect, courage, spirituality, and piety.
Members of the New Zealand Indian community last night praised Mr Singh for his action. considered a hugely significant act of humanity by breaking strict religious protocol to help a stranger.
12 Responses
thats awesome that he could help
How sad for the little boy
good work
that’s awesome he saved that boys life <3
sad
wow, that’s amazing that he helped!
and putting aside your beliefs for another person is so nice!
Good on him for helping
good job him
Soooooooooooooooooooooo nice
it really nice of him to save the boy
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You go Mr Singh.