London Celebrates Vaisakhi With Faith And Community Spirit

London comes alive with colour, faith and community spirit as the Sikh festival of Vaisakhi is celebrated across the city. Marking the founding of the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699, Vaisakhi is one of the most significant festivals in the Sikh calendar. In this episode of Out Of Britain, Radhika Iyer explores how the Sikh community in the UK - one of the largest and most established South Asian communities - celebrates the occasion through prayer, service and togetherness. From vibrant gatherings to the tradition of langar, where free meals are served to all, the festival reflects values of equality, inclusivity and community care. With nearly half a million Sikhs in Britain and hundreds of gurdwaras across the country, Vaisakhi today is not just a religious celebration but a powerful expression of identity, contribution and shared humanity.