13
Apr
Gurpreet Singh :- The special session of the Punjab Legislative Assembly commenced on Monday with members paying tributes to noted singer Asha Bhosle and victims of the recent Vrindavan boat tragedy. The House observed a two-minute silence in their memory before proceeding with legislative business. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann introduced the “Jagt Jyot Shri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Bill, 2026,” aimed at prescribing stricter punishment for acts of sacrilege against religious scriptures. The bill is currently under discussion in the House. Stringent Penalties ProposedThe proposed legislation includes provisions for severe punishment, with life imprisonment and a fine of up…