Roopinder Singh

Roopinder Singh (b. 1960)  is an experienced journalist and accomplished author with a deep expertise in Sikh history, religion, and heritage. With a writing career spanning several decades, Roopinder has contributed extensively to the field of journalism and literature. 

A graduate of St. Stephens College, University of Delhi, with a BA (Hons) and MA in Philosophy, he began his writing journey in school, crafting short stories that were initially shared within his family. His passion for storytelling led him to a career in journalism, where he worked for over 36 years. 

Roopinder served as a reporter-editor in New York and Chandigarh. He retired as Senior Associate Editor of The Tribune, Chandigarh, in 2000. Notably, he launched the Internet Edition of The Tribune in 1998 and headed the magazine section of the paper. 

Throughout his career, Roopinder has authored, co-authored, and edited numerous books, most of which focus on Sikhism and its rich cultural heritage. 

His significant works include Sikhs: The Story of a People, their Faith and Culture (2023), which highlights the spiritual journey and global impact of Sikhism; Delhi ’84 (2014), a poignant novel about the aftermath of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots; and Guru Nanak: His Life and Teachings (2004), a highly regarded biography of the founder of Sikhism, published in Hindi as Guru Nanak Jeevan Aur Shikshyen(2007). His book Sikh Heritage: Ethos and Relics (2012), co-authored with Bhayee Sikandar Singh in collaboration with The Smithsonian, explores Sikh culture and relics in private collections, and has been published multiple times.

In addition to his books, Roopinder has contributed hundreds of articles to The Tribune, covering a variety of subjects related to Sikh history and culture. He has also edited bi-lingual works such as An Inspiring Journey: Inderjit Kaur Sandhu (2021), a biography of a pioneering educationist, and Giani Gurdit Singh 1923-2007 (2008), a festschrift honoring his late father.

Currently, Roopinder is working on multiple projects, continuing to write and contribute to Sikh heritage. His advice to aspiring authors is simple yet profound: “Write every day, focus on editing, and keep your readers in mind. Excellence in writing comes from dedication to your craft.”

Roopinder Singh’s writing reflects his lifelong dedication to preserving and sharing the legacy of Sikhism, making him a leading voice in the field of cultural and religious literature.