Amritsar (Gurpreet Singh): Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami, President of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), has taken a firm disciplinary stand by fining 20 employees for failing to adhere to the organization’s mandatory uniform policy. The decision was reached after it was observed that several staff members, including high-level managers and accountants, attended a formal administrative meeting wearing Western attire such as suits, coats, and jeans instead of the prescribed traditional dress.
Invoking his authority under Section 85 of the Sikh Gurdwaras Act, President Dhami directed each of the 20 offending employees to contribute ₹2,100 to the Guru ki Golak (charity box) as a penalty. This move reinforces the SGPC’s existing mandate that all personnel remain in traditional kurta-pyjama while on duty. The directive is designed to ensure that committee employees are clearly distinguishable to the thousands of devotees who visit the holy sites daily and to preserve the spiritual atmosphere of the Gurdwara premises.
This disciplinary action reflects a broader push by the SGPC leadership to enhance internal accountability and maintain religious decorum. By strictly enforcing the dress code, the committee aims to uphold the historical and cultural identity of the institution. The SGPC has emphasized that the appearance of its workforce is central to its public-facing role in managing religious affairs and serving the community with humility and tradition.
