Akal Takht Sahib

On Tiwari Report on Jathedar Gurdev Singh Kaunke’s Disappearance; Human Rights & the Khalsa Panth

Punjab Human Rights Organization (PHRO) has recently written a letter to SGPC appointed Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib Giani Raghbir Singh submitting their findings on enforced disappearance of Bhai Gurdev Singh Kaunke, former Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib, by Indian forces.

Biography of Shaheed Bhai Gurdev Singh Kaunke

Shaheed Bhai Gurdev Singh Kaonke was jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib when he was martyred by the Indian police in custody. He was subjected to grave torture and was murdered in custody. After his martyrdom the police declared him ‘absconder’ in order to deny his death in custody.

Ardas Samagam Held on Completion of Two Years of Major Sacrilege Attempt at Darbar Sahib

The Jathedar of the Akal Takhat Giani Raghbir Singh led the jatha of Dal Khalsa activists to perform Ardas at Akal Takhat to mark two years since the egregious sacrilege attempt that deeply wounded the Sikh community.

Panth Sewaks’ Joint Statement About Akal Takht Sahib Sewa Sambhal of Akal Takht Sahib

Panth Sewaks Bhai Daljit Singh Bittu, Bhai Narien Singh Chaura, Bhai Satnam Singh Khandewala, Bhai Satnam Singh Jhanjian, Bhai Lal Singh Akalgarh, Bhai Rajinder Singh Mughalwal, Bhai Sukhdev Singh Dod, Bhai Amrik Singh Isru, Bhai Hardeep Singh Mehraj, Bhai Manjit Singh Phagwara and Bhai Bhupinder Singh have released a joint statement

Sarbat Khalsa should be called to free Akal Takht Sahib from the Electoral System

A Jatha of Sikh personalities related to Sikh struggle organized a discussion (Vichar Goshti) on 21 October 2022 on "Akal Takht and Akali: Present situation and future course". Speaking during this event, Bhai Bakshish Singh, saidSarbat Khalsa should be called to free Akal Takht Sahib from the Electoral System.

How to restore the sovereignty of Akal Takht Sahib?

A Jatha of Sikh personalities related to Sikh struggle organized a discussion (Vichar Goshti) on 21 October 2022 on "Akal Takht and Akali: Present situation and future course". Speaking during this event, Prof.Baljinder Singh, said How to restore the sovereignty of Akal Takht Sahib.

Akal Takht Sahib should be free from control of Political and Religious Election Parties

A Jatha of Sikh personalities related to Sikh struggle organized a discussion (Vichar Goshti) on 21 October 2022 on "Akal Takht and Akali: Present situation and future course". Speaking during this event, Bhai Paramjit Singh Mand, spokesperson of Dal Khalsa, said that Akal Takht Sahib should be free from control of political and religious election parties.

Critical Response to Sikh Policy Document by Custodians at Akal Takht Sahib (by Free Akal Takht)

The SGPC appointed acting Jathedar and his staff at Akal Takht Sahib released a document titled "Contemporary Sikh Concerns and Priorities" (CSCP) that outlined Policy Directions and Institution building for the Sikhs on June 3rd 2021 to a large chosen batch.

Complaint Over Dr Satinder Sartaj’s Recitation of Zafarnamah Submitted at Akal Takht

A complaint has reached Akal Takht Sahib against Dr. Satinder Sartaj's recitation of Zafarnamah, the Letter of Victory, written by Guru Gobind Singh Ji.

Akal Takht Strictly Warns Against Parole to Gurmeet Ram Rahim

SGPC appointed acting Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib Giani Harpreet Singh today warned Haryana government against release of Dera Sauda Sirsa (DSS) chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim on parole.

Akal Takht Sahib Issues Special Message for Sikhs on Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Sri Akal Takht Sahib acting jathedar Giani Harpeet Singh today issued a special message for the Sikh sangat regarding the coronavirus pandemic.

Dal Khalsa Dedicates 552 Nanakshahi Calendar to Kartarpur Corridor

The Dal Khalsa today repressed Nanakshhi year 552 calendar after an Ardas at Akal Takht Sahib.

Akal Takht Designates 6 Member Committee to Take Stock of Situation in Delhi

The Akal Takht Sahib has designated a 6 member committee to take stock of situation in Delhi. Acting Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Harpreet Singh issued a written release today declaring that he has designated a six member committee.

Follow Guru’s Path and Help All Distressed in Delhi: Akal Takht’s Message for Sikhs

Taking notice of reports of mass violence, killings and arson in Delhi, the Akal Takht Sahib has directed the management committee of Sikh Gurdwaras to offer every help to those Muslims and Hindus who are in distress in Delhi to violence.

Issue of PTC’s Hegemonic Control Over Gurbani Telecast Again in Focus

The issue of hegemonic control asserted by PTC Network over telecast of Gurabni Kirtan from Darbar Sahib Amritsar is once again in focus.

Islamic Delegation Seeks Support From Akal Takht Against CAA-NRC

A delegation of around a hundred Muslims visited Amritsar in Punjab on Thursday (Feb. 7) to seek support of Akal Takht Sahib against Delhi Sultanate (Indian State)’s fascist norms like Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and National Register of Citizens (NRC).

Akal Takht Sahib Prohibits Idols of Sikh Guru Sahib

In a written release issued by S. Jaspal Singh, personal assistant of SGPC appointed Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib Giani Harpreet Singh, it is said that the Akal Takht Sahib has prohibited the same of idols of Guru Sahibs.

Shaheedi Day of Bhai Sukha-Jinda Marked At Akal Takht Sahib [PICTORIAL]

An annual Samagam was held at the Akal Takht Sahib in Amritsar today to mark the martyrdom day of Shaheed Bhai Sukhdev Singh Sukha and Shaheed Bhai Harjinder Singh Jinda. 

Kashmiri Women Are Part of Our Society, Sikhs Will Not Permit Repeat of 1984 With Them: Giani Harpreet Singh

The SGPC appointed Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib Gaini Harpeet Singh issued a written statement today taking strong notice of comments of Hindutva sections targeting Kashmiri women.

Demand to Stop Dastan-e-Miri-Piri Film: SGPC Sub-Committee to Meet Today

A sub-committee of the Shiromani Gurdwara Prabhandak Committee (SGPC) will meet today to decide about 'Dastan-e-Miri-Piri' against which Sikhs are holding protests. The movie depicts the sixth Sikh Guru, Guru Hargobind Ji in violation of established principle that Sikh Gurus can not be depicted in any visual form, still or moving.

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