Anti-Guru Row: Akal Takht vs Bhagwant Mann: What It Means For AAP Ahead Of 2027 Punjab Polls
A religious leader declaring the CM 'anti-Sikh' over blasphemy allegations is a serious threat to social harmony.
Bhagwant Mann, Punjab's Chief Minister, has been declared "anti-Sikh" by Jathedar Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, the head of the Akal Takht, following allegations of blasphemy against him. The declaration comes after a forensic examination of a video purportedly showing the Chief Minister in a blasphemous act. This decision threatens to significantly impact the upcoming 2027 Punjab elections and could lead to a shift in the political landscape. The incident has also reignited calls for Mann's resignation, with various political parties such as the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), Congress, and BJP joining the fray. The Akal Takht's decree carries significant weight within Sikh communities and may impact voter sentiment, potentially leading to a rise in independent or radical candidates who offer alternative viewpoints.
20 JUN 2026
— NDTV
The Akal Takht released a recording of its Jathedar's conversation with Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, escalating the conflict between the AAP and the Sikh religious body.
— The Hindu
Akal Takht releases video of Mann’s appearance before it over ‘objectionable’ video
22 JUN 2026
— Indian Express
Arvind Kejriwal will travel to Punjab for three days to participate in Hindu religious events organized by the state government.
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