Akal Takht Sahib

Beyond Brawl Between Virsa Singh Valtoha and Giani Harpreet Singh: On Akal Takht and Its’ jathedar

Recently, a heated verbal exchange between Virsa Singh Valtoha and Giani Harpreet Singh sparked significant discussion within the Sikh community regarding the role and status of Jathedars.

Three Ways for Sikhs to Choose in Politics

To rejuvenate Sikh and Punjab-centric politics, Misal Satluj organized a meeting in Chandigarh, bringing together Panthic scholars and leaders with a stake in Punjab's future.

Badals’ Misdeeds, Tankhah, Panthic Tradition, Jathedars, Akal Takht, SGPC, Sikhs & Khalsa Panth

In this insightful interview, Bhai Sukhdeep Singh Meekay, a Sewadar of the Panth Sewak Jatha Majha, delves into the recent decision by the SGPC-appointed Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Raghbir Singh, to declare Sukhbir Singh Badal, president of SAD (Badal), as Tankhaiya.

What May Happen on 30 August Akal Takht Meeting for Badal Dal? What Should be Done?

This short clip is taken from a video interview with Sikh Siyasat editor Parmjeet Singh Gazi analyzing current disarray in electoral Sikh politics of Punjab.

Khalsa Panth’s Legacy of Shahadat, Current Situation and Future of the Sikhs: Bhai Daljit Singh

This video covers Speech of Panth Sewak Bhai Daljit Singh during the annual Samagam held on June 10, 2024, at Gurdwara Sahib in village Kanakwal. The event commemorates the Shaheedi Divas of Guru Arjan Singh Dev Ji and honors the Sikh martyrs of Teeja Ghallughara.

Sikhs Gathering at Akal Takht Marks 40 Years of June 1984 “Teeja Ghallughara”

The 40th anniversary of Teeja Ghallughara was observed through the annual "Ghallughara Samagam" held at Akal Takht Sahib, where Sikh sangat and representatives of various Sikh organizations congregated in large numbers.

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.

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