Chandigarh: Misl Satluj, a socio-political organization, said on March 20, 2024 that the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has lost its relevance and that Misl Satluj endeavours to revive Akali movement’s principles, advocate for Punjab’s rights, and tackle socio-economic challenges with a comprehensive agenda.
“Since 1947, Punjab has endured persecution and discrimination at the hands of the central govt, with the SAD initially championing Punjab’s rights but losing relevance due to personal greed and subsequent decline in the moral fabric of its leadership over time,” said Misl Satluj’s head Ajaypal Singh Brar, interacting with mediapersons at Chandigarh Press Club on March 20, 2024.
Brar further added that there’s a glaring absence of political representation for Sikhs and Punjab’s interests and therefore Misl Satluj aims to reclaim the original ethos of the Akali movement by liberating SAD from clutches of private corporate stranglehold and rejuvenating it. The political body claims that the SAD should return to its old self wherein it was known for advocating for Punjab’s rights nationally and was pride of the community.
Devinder Singh Sekhon, senior leader of Misl Satluj, told Sikh Siyasat News that another aim of the organisation is to push for the realisation of aims and objectives unanimously adopted by SAD in 1974.
“We propose redefining Punjab’s relationship with the central govt, advocating for special provisions and more rights under Article 371 of the Constitution”, he added.