PoliticsBreaking
Archived — This article has been archived. The information may be outdated.
Guest column argues Jaagat Jot Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Act needs dialogue not discord between legislature and faith
Hindustan Times··29 Jun
Hindustan Times published Gurinder Singh Dhillon piece June 28 saying balance between legislative accountability and religious sanctity requires historical perspective and constructive institutional dialogue rather than political rhetoric over 2026 Punjab amendment.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Punjab sacrilege law remains politically and religiously contested.
- Community institutions want consultative amendments.
- State-religion boundary is central to debate.
What's Happening
- A guest column urged dialogue on Satkar Act.
- Akal Takht sought MLAs' views on amendments.
- Critics warn of misuse against custodians.
Legislative Context
- Act received governor assent in 2026.
- It strengthens anti-sacrilege penalties.
- SGPC was not consulted before passage.
all-newstop-storieseditors-picks
