Simranjit Singh Mann

Punjab Bypolls: Simranjit Singh Mann Fields Grandson Gobind Singh Sandhu from Barnala

Simranjit Singh Mann, president of Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar (Mann), declared his grandson, Gobind Singh Sandhu, as the party's candidate for the Barnala seat.

Ongoing Upheaval in Sikh Electoral Politics in Punjab

The landscape of Sikh electoral politics is currently marked by significant upheaval and fluidity, reflecting a period of intense transformation and factionalism. The Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal) is at the center of this turbulence, as internal rifts have erupted within the party. The faction led by Sukhbir Singh Badal has expelled several senior leaders, accusing them of "anti-party activities," after the latter announced to organize “Akali Dal Sudhal Lehar” (SAD-Badal Reform Movement).

Amritpal Singh’s Mother’s Statement about Khalistan Triggers Controversy, Backlash and Clarifications

On July 5th, when Amritpal Singh took oath of allegiance to the Indian Constitution as a Member of the Indian Parliament, Bibi Balwinder Kaur, Amritpal Singh's mother, addressed the media at Jallukhera village. She, interalia, said, "Anybody may say anything, but he (Amritpal Singh) is not a Khalistani supporter." She urged that now, with Amritpal Singh having taken an oath on the Indian Constitution, such allegations should cease.

Emerging Dynamics in Sikh Electoral Politics of Punjab After Lok Sabha Results

A fragmented landscape is unfolding in Sikh electoral politics, marked by the significant reduction of the dominant force, SAD (Badal), which is now embroiled in internal strife that may lead to a split. As multiple players vie for influence, no single entity has yet consolidated all Sikh electoral power. 

Sangrur Lok Sabha Results: Simranjit Singh Mann trailing; Meet Hayer Likely to Win

Simranjit Singh Mann, who also serves as the president of Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar (Mann), faces the prospect of losing his seat after winning the Sangrur by-election in 2022.

Analyzing Sikh Electoral Politics: Key Constituencies and Post-Election Scenarios in Punjab

In this video Sikh Siyasat editor Parmjeet Singh Gazi delves into the intricacies of Sikh electoral politics in Punjab ahead of the Lok Sabha polling on June 1st.

Punjab’s Sikh Electoral Politics: Khadoor Sahib, Sangrur, Faridkot in Focus

As Punjab gears up for the Indian Parliamentary elections scheduled for June 1, 2024, the spotlight is firmly fixed on three constituencies that have ignited fervent interest among the Sikh community and those interested in Sikh politics in the region.

Dal Khalsa and SAD (Mann) to Hold Joint Protest on Jan 26

Sikh group Dal Khalsa alongside Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar announces the holding of a protest against India’s intelligence and security agencies, with the tactical approval from political leadership indulging in transnational repression, misusing provisions of draconian laws like UAPA by proscribing organisations and individuals as terrorist and unlawful, invoking NSA to curb Sikh activism beside keeping Sikh political detainees incarcerated beyond their jail term”. 

Struggling Nationalities to Show Mirror to G20: To Hold M&N-20 Summit on 7th at Delhi

To present the perspective of minorities and nationalities residing in India before the G-20, the Shiromani Akali Dal (Amritsar) and the Dal Khalsa have decided to convene a Conclave under the nomenclature

Amargarh Election Result: Simranjit Singh Mann Lasts Second

S. Simranjit Singh Mann, President of Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar (Mann), lost the election from Amargarh with a difference of around six thousand votes. Aam Aadmi Party candidate Prof. Jaswant Singh Gajjan Majra bagged the seat with more than 44 thousand votes.

Antim Ardas of Deep Sidhu to be held at Fatehgarh Sahib on February 24

Antim Ardas of Punjabi film star cum social activist Deep Sidhu will be held at Diwan Todar Mal Hall, Fatehgarh Sahib on February 24, 2022. Deep Sidhu was killed in a road accident at KMP on February 15.

BJP-RSS Should Stop Its Fear of Muslims, Sikhs, SC/STs & Minorities: SADA (Mann)

Shiromani Akali Dal (Amritsar) has expressed deep concerns about the rising poverty and deprivation amongst the poor, jobless, masses and labour without work and wages. The impatience of the masses is rising by the day.

Punjab Will Resist CAA + NRC What May Come, Dal Khalsa And SAD (Amritsar) Respond To Amit Shah’s Dare

Contesting the statement of Home Minister Amit Shah that his government will implement CAA come what may

Amit Shah threatening dissenting voices, Army Chief meddling in political matters: SAD (Amritsar) and Dal Khalsa

To pay glowing tributes to Mata Gujri and younger sons (Sahibzade's) of Tenth Sikh Guru- Guru Gobind Singh, the Shriomani Akali Dal (Amritsar) held a conference in which representatives of Dal Khalsa also participated. The speakers eulogized the supreme sacrifices of Sahibzade Fateh Singh and Zorawar Singh to uphold the truth, righteousness and principles of religion.

Press Conference By SADA (Mann) Leaders Against Arrests of Party Cadres

Kushalpal Singh and other leaders of Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar (Mann) today held a press conference at Chandigarh to condemn arrests of their party cadres by the Punjab police.

More Than Hundred Sikhs Arrested by Punjab Police to Ensure KPS Gill Memorial Lecture: SADA (Mann)

In written statement issued today, Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar (Mann) president Simranjit Singh Mann said that the Punjab police today arrested cadre of his party from the districts of Mohali, Ropar, Patiala and Fatehgarh Sahib were arrested including senior leader, Emaan Singh Mann, at the instance of Punjab CM Amarinder Singh.

India Bars Sikhs From Reaching Kashmir on Human Rights Day

Sikh marchers of Dal Khalsa and Shiromani Akali Dal (Amritsar) were today barred from entering J & K. Acting upon the orders of the magistrate of Kathua, citing law and order problems, the Kathua police stopped activists of Dal Khalsa and Shiromani Akali Dal (Amritsar) at the Madhopur-Kathua interstate border, stopping them from going to Srinagar to observer International Human Rights Day there tomorrow. The magistrate Mr Kalil Kant issued written orders prohibiting the march to enter into the state.

Centre Planning to Impose Kashmir Like Situation in Punjab? Former MP Raises Apprehensions Over Proposed NSG Base

Former member of Indian Parliament and Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar (Mann) president Simranjit Singh Mann has raised apprehensions over the Central government's proposal to set-up a National Security Guards (NSG) base in Amritsar.

Sikhs, Tamils, Kashmiris Protest Against Kashmir Lockdown in Delhi; Seek UN Intervention

Despite the stoppages by the Delhi police, acting under orders of the government of India, hundreds of activists from Punjab and Tamil Nadu held a demonstration against 50-day Kashmir lockdown and took out a march from Gurdwara Rakabganj Sahib towards Jantar Mantar.

SADA (Mann) Welcomes China’s Move to Open Visa Centre in Lahore; Seeks Similar Centre in Amritsar

Shiromani Akali Dal Amritsar (Mann) president Simranjit Singh Mann has welcomed China's more to open visa centre in Lahore in West Punjab. He urged China to open a similar centre in Amritsar in East Punjab also.

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