akal takht

Tarsem Singh, the father of Amritpal Singh, took a decisive step by meeting with the officiating Jathedar at the akal takht, advocating for the religious authority's condemnation of the 'Jagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji Satkar (Amendment) Act, 2026.

On the 42nd anniversary of Operation Blue Star, akal takht officiating Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj urged Sikhs abroad to maintain strong ties with Punjab and their heritage. He emphasized preserving ancestral land and roots to face future challenges. The event also saw pro-Khalistan slogans and criticism of a proposed act concerning Sikh religious institutions.

Rebel SAD MLA Manpreet Singh Ayali resigned from the Shiromani Akali Dal (Punar Surjit) and its 'Panthic unity coordination committee'. Ayali cited the inclusion of leaders who had lost moral authority, as per akal takht hukamnama, as the reason for his departure. He praised Amritpal Singh's faction and declared he would not join Delhi-run parties or return to the SAD.