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Tribute to pillar of Sikh community

A community leader described as a major force behind the opening of the first Sikh temple in Scotland has died.

Hans Singh, 87, settled in Glasgow in 1948 after emigrating from Armritsar in India.

His family said he was secretary of the first temple in South Portland Street and campaigned tirelessly for rights, including the battle to allow Sikhs to wear a turban instead of a helmet when riding a motorcycle.

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