US: Controversy erupts at Philadelphia Gurdwara over alleged Golak dispute; Watch Video
Babushahi Bureau
Philadelphia (US), May 20, 2026: A controversy has surfaced at a Gurdwara in Philadelphia, USA, after videos circulated on social media allegedly showing a dispute related to the counting of Golak (donation box) money inside the religious premises.
According to unverified claims being widely shared online, tensions reportedly escalated after police arrived at the scene during the dispute. Videos from the incident allegedly show currency notes placed near the Golak while police officers were present inside the Gurdwara premises.
The incident has triggered strong reactions on social media, with several users criticizing the alleged politicisation and management disputes within overseas Gurdwaras. Some posts also questioned the silence of prominent Sikh leaders and activists over the controversy.