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MLA Inderbir Singh Nijjar to Chair Select Committee on Sacrilege Bill; Member List Released

MLA Inderbir Singh Nijjar to Chair Select Committee on Sacrilege Bill; Member List Released

Chandigarh (National Times): A Select Committee led by MLA Inderbir Singh Nijjar has been constituted to examine the much-anticipated Sacrilege Bill in Punjab. The formation of the committee marks a crucial step in the legislative process surrounding one of the state's most sensitive and debated issues. The official list of members on the committee has now been released, drawing attention from political observers and religious bodies alike. The committee will review the provisions of the bill, suggest amendments if required, and consult stakeholders before tabling a detailed report in the Assembly. The following Members of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha have…
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Sacrilege Bill Sent to Select Committee in Punjab Vidhan Sabha Special Session

Sacrilege Bill Sent to Select Committee in Punjab Vidhan Sabha Special Session

Chandigarh (National Times): In a pivotal development during the ongoing Special Session of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha, the House unanimously approved the resolution to refer the proposed Sacrilege Bill to a Select Committee for in-depth examination. The committee is expected to submit its report within a six-month timeframe. Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan will formally constitute the Select Committee, which will be tasked with conducting surveys, gathering stakeholder feedback, and refining the legislative framework around the sensitive issue of sacrilege. The bill, aimed at addressing incidents of desecration of religious scriptures across communities, has seen growing demand for stronger…
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CM Mann Introduces Punjab Prevention of Crime Against Religious Scriptures Bill, 2025 in Vidhan Sabha

CM Mann Introduces Punjab Prevention of Crime Against Religious Scriptures Bill, 2025 in Vidhan Sabha

Chandigarh, July 14, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday tabled the Punjab Prevention of Crime Against Religious Scriptures Bill, 2025, in the Punjab Vidhan Sabha, reiterating his government’s unwavering commitment to curb incidents of sacrilege in the state.Introducing the bill on the floor of the House, Mann described the issue as deeply emotive and critical, with significant implications not only for the present but for future generations. He asserted that stringent punishment for such “unpardonable offences” was urgently needed to deter criminals.“Punjab is a sacred land of great Gurus, saints, and seers who have shown the path…
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