Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker and Kotkapura MLA Kultar Sandhwan has said the state government will act on any proposed amendments to the anti-sacrilege law within a month of receiving directions from the Akal Takht Jathedar.
Sandhwan made the statement after leading a delegation of all Sikh AAP legislators and ministers to the Akal Takht on Monday.
According to The Tribune, Sandhwan said once the Akal Takht Jathedar formally communicates the list of proposed changes, he would place it before the state government and the party legislators for deliberations.
A final decision would be taken in accordance with the directives of the Akal Takht, he added.
This is a significant development. The Punjab government has committed to a specific timeline — one month — to act on the proposed amendments. By placing the matter before the state government and party legislators for deliberation, Sandhwan has ensured a structured process. The final decision being tied to the Akal Takht's directives also provides a clear and respected authority for the outcome. This approach should help bring clarity and closure to a sensitive issue that affects the Sikh community deeply.