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08 Mar

Has Bikram Majithia Rebelled? Statement Emerges After Giani Raghbir Singh’s Removal as Jathedar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAkal Takht, Bikram Majithia, Giani Raghbir Singh, SGPC, Shiromani Akali Dal

Chandigarh, March 8, 2025 – A fresh crisis has hit the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) after senior leader Bikram Singh Majithia and other party veterans issued a strongly worded press note against a recent decision by the Akal Takht’s Interim Committee. The statement, seen as a direct challenge to the party’s current leadership, has sparked speculation about a possible internal rebellion.The controversy erupted after the sudden removal of Giani Raghbir Singh as Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib, a move that has left the Sikh community deeply divided. In the press note, Majithia and other senior Akali leaders expressed their discontent…

07 Mar

SGPC’s Decision Sparks Controversy: Harmit Singh Kalka Calls It a Dark Day in Sikh History

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBadal Family, Harmit Singh Kalka, Jathedar Raghbir Singh, SGPC

Amritsar/New Delhi, March 7, 2025: The recent removal of Jathedar Raghbir Singh from Sri Akal Takht Sahib has triggered strong reactions from Sikh leaders across the country. Harmit Singh Kalka, President of the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC), has condemned the decision, calling it the “worst day in Sikh history.” Allegations Against SGPC Leadership Kalka accused SGPC members of serving the interests of the Badal family rather than upholding Sikh values. He alleged that the committee's decisions were going against Sikh traditions and principles. “Those who blindly follow political families are making anti-Sikh decisions,” he said. Political Turmoil in…

07 Mar

SGPC Removes Jathedar Raghbir Singh, Appoints Giani Kuldeep Singh as Acting Jathedar

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAkal Takht, Giani Kuldeep Singh, Jathedar Raghbir Singh, SGPC

Amritsar, March 7, 2025: In a major decision, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has removed Jathedar Raghbir Singh from his position as the head of Sri Akal Takht Sahib. The SGPC has also relieved Giani Sultan Singh from his duties as Jathedar of Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib. The decision was taken during an emergency meeting of the SGPC’s executive committee. New Jathedars Appointed Following the reshuffle, Giani Kuldeep Singh has been appointed as the acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib. He will also serve as the Jathedar of Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib. Additionally, Baba Tek Singh Dhanola has…

17 Feb

SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami Resigns Amid Controversy

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabHarjinder singh dhami, Punjab, SGPC

Amritsar (National Times) – In a major political development, Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) President Harjinder Singh Dhami resigned from his post on Monday. His resignation was submitted to the SGPC interim committee, marking a significant shift in the organization’s leadership. Reason Behind the Resignation Dhami’s decision comes in the wake of a social media post by Sri Akal Takht Sahib Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh, for whom he had publicly expressed support. Additionally, he strongly condemned the treatment of illegal Punjabi immigrants deported from the United States, a matter that has sparked outrage among the Sikh community. He voiced concerns…

10 Feb

Giani Harpreet Singh Removed as Jathedar of Takht Sri Damdama Sahib; Giani Jagtar Singh Appointed as Acting Jathedar

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabGiani Harpreet Singh removal, Giani Jagtar Singh appointed, SGPC, Takht Sri Damdama Sahib

Amritsar (Punjab), February 10, 2025: In a significant shift within the Sikh religious leadership, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has officially removed Giani Harpreet Singh from his position as the Jathedar of Takht Sri Damdama Sahib. The decision, taken by the SGPC’s In-charge Committee, which oversees the administration of Sikh religious institutions, has led to the appointment of Giani Jagtar Singh as the acting Jathedar with immediate effect.Takht Sri Damdama Sahib, located in Talwandi Sabo, Punjab, is one of the five Takhts (seats of temporal authority) in Sikhism, making the position of Jathedar highly influential within the Sikh community.…