The Story Of The Komagata Maru: Guru Nanak Jahaaz

I am thrilled to announce the release of my second children's book, "The Story of the Komagata Maru: Guru Nanak Jahaaz". This text is written for primary and junior students and describes the incident of the Komagata Maru, a ship with primarily Sikh passengers, along with those that were Hindu and Muslim, that arrived on the shores of Vancouver, British Columbia in May, 1914, but was unfortunately turned away by the Canadian government as a result of racist and discriminatory laws that were put in place. 

The Komagata Maru/Guru Nanak Jahaaz is a dark part of Canadian history that is often excluded from education curriculums. However, this story is significant, especially in light of rising alt right extremism, hate and racism against Racialized individuals across the globe. Although it has been 111 years since this tragic incident occurred, this event remains forever etched on the minds of Sikhs as a stark reminder of the injustice and terror faced by their ancestors as a result of racial, ethnic and religious discrimination.  

A first of its kind, this children’s picture book is a wonderful resource for educators and learners across school systems that not only affirms Sikh identities and their rich history in Canada, but also promotes decolonial praxis; it is a counter story about hope, resistance and solidarity. 

It is now available for pre-order through Khalis House at: https://khalishouse.com/shop/ols/products/komagata-maru-guru-nanak-jahaaz