Sikhs have known to be of high importance for Malaysia, making it a culturally rich society. An online portal reported that, “The Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Muizzuddin Shah said although the Sikhs made up only 2.5 per cent of the population, they had always stood out and made their presence known.” The Sultan expressed his gratitude towards the Sikh community at the launch of the book titled 'Sikhs in Malaysia: A Comprehensive History' written by Ranjit Singh Malhi.
He said that the Sikhs were “at the top of their game in all professions including as lawyers, judges, accountants and distinguished academicians.”
“A few turbaned and moustached Sikhs were apparently all it took to strike fear into the hearts of those considering doing wrong. A well-deserved reputation for courage, loyalty and discipline also played an important role, of course,” the Sultan said. According to the Sultan, some eminent Sikhs in Malaysia are: the former Chief Justice of Malaya Tan Sri Swaran Singh Gill, Malaysia's first female paediatrician Dr. Harban Kaur Virik, footballer Datuk Santok Singh, and singer DJ Dave.
