Be vigilant against challenges to Sikh traditions: Akal Takht

Akal Takht acting jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj called on the Sikh community to be vigilant against challenges to Sikh traditions and gurdwara sanctity.

Giani Gargaj said the Miri-Piri Khalsa March, a continuation of the Miri-Piri tradition established by Guru Hargobind Sahib, aims to spread Gurmat, strengthen Sikh consciousness, and inspire youth amid concerns over drug abuse and youth drifting from roots.

His remarks followed criticism by Baghapurana AAP MLA Amritpal Singh Sukhanand, who called the march a 'roadshow', which drew sharp criticism from the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC).

Damdami Taksal members accused the SGPC of disrespecting the Guru Granth Sahib by sending sacred saroops to Canada in a sea container without a Sikh accompanying them, and sought disciplinary action.

SGPC secretary Balwinder Singh Kahlwan said the saroops were sent after a request from the Sikh Sangat and in accordance with Akal Takht Sahib regulations from 2009 and an SGPC executive committee resolution.