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Simranjit Singh Mann questions 'controversial' decision of Takht Sri Patna Sahib
Babushahi Bureau
Amritsar (Punjab), July 5, 2025:Shiromani Akali Dal (Amritsar) President S. Simranjit Singh Mann has raised serious concerns over the recent developments and decisions emerging from Takht Sri Patna Sahib, calling them a direct violation of Sikh traditions, religious ethics, and the supreme authority of Sri Akal Takht Sahib.
Addressing the media, Mann said that a worrying trend of “Takhahiya” is taking shape at Takht Sri Patna Sahib, which undermines the collective strength and unity of the Sikh Panth.
He referred to the 2003 Hukamnama issued during the tenure of Giani Joginder Singh Vedanti as Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, which clearly stated that only Sri Akal Takht Sahib holds the exclusive right to take Panthic decisions, summon individuals, or issue religious directives.
“These powers,” Mann emphasized, “do not lie with any local committee, individual Takht, or even Panj Pyare unless there is unanimous consent from the Jathedars of all five Takhts, led by Sri Akal Takht Sahib.”
Mann accused the Central Government of India and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) of attempting to interfere in Sikh religious matters and create division within the Sikh Panth.
“This is not just an internal disagreement — it’s a carefully crafted conspiracy to weaken Sikh institutions, including Sri Akal Takht Sahib,” he warned.
Drawing parallels, he added, “Just as the BJP attempted to disrupt the tradition of Gurmat preaching from Sri Akal Takht Sahib in the past, similar tactics are now being used at Takht Sri Patna Sahib.”
Calling this a serious threat to Sikh sovereignty, Mann appealed to the Jathedars of all five Takhts, Sikh scholars, and religious institutions to come together and take a firm, united stand.
“The Sikh community must remain alert. The BJP is trying to ensnare Sikhs in its political web. We must expose this agenda and protect the Panth’s sanctity,” he said, urging the community to spread awareness and uphold Sikh principles.