Chandigarh, November 13, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
The Punjab Government-constituted Coordination Committee will visit Sri Amritsar Sahib on November 18 to hold discussions with the five-member committee appointed by Sri Akal Takht Sahib over the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act, 2026.
The decision was announced after the fourth meeting of the seven-member Coordination Committee, constituted to address concerns over certain provisions of the legislation and build consensus on the matter.
The committee will reach the Circuit House in Sri Amritsar Sahib at 12 noon on November 18. It has also written to the coordinator of the Sikh scholars’ committee constituted by Sri Akal Takht Sahib, conveying details of the proposed meeting and urging its members to participate.
The Coordination Committee said it remained fully willing to deliberate on necessary amendments to the Act and was making every possible effort to reach an amicable resolution in accordance with the sentiments of the Sikh community.
Sri Akal Takht Sahib, through a letter dated July 31, 2026, had informed the state government about the formation of a five-member committee to deliberate on the legislation and build consensus. It had also asked the government to establish communication with the panel and work towards a mutually acceptable understanding. The state government subsequently constituted the seven-member Coordination Committee.
The state government’s panel comprises former Sri Akal Takht Sahib Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh, Damdami Taksal head Sant Giani Harnam Singh Khalsa, Sant Baba Sewa Singh Rampur Khera, former judges Justice Jaspal Singh and Justice Gurbir Singh, retired IPS officer Jatinder Singh Aulakh, and Law Officer Preet Inder Pal Singh. PCS officer Harjit Singh Sandhu has been appointed as the nodal officer.
The committee said the November 18 meeting would provide an opportunity for constructive dialogue and ensure that all relevant suggestions and perspectives receive due consideration.
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