Akal Takht declares Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann ‘anti-panth’, 'anti-guru' over viral video
The Akal Takht has declared Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann 'anti-panth' and 'anti-guru' following a viral video that allegedly showed him sprinkling alcohol on images of Sikh gurus. The religious body has also advised the Sikh community to distance themselves from the Chief Minister.
Why it matters
This represents a significant religious-political conflict that could impact the political stability of the Punjab government.
Akal Takht declares Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann ‘anti-panth’, anti-guru over viral video | Amritsar News - The Times of India
The article reports on the religious body's declaration and the allegations without endorsing the claims.
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