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Time of India
28-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Jathedar Baljit Singh Daduwal launches movement for Panth-approved jathedar appointments
Amritsar: Jathedar Baljit Singh Daduwal, chairman, Dharam Parchar Committee of the Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (HSGPC), on Wednesday announced the launch of a movement to raise awareness among the Sikh community to adopt a "Panth Parvanit" (Panth-approved) system for the appointment of jathedars of the Takhts to prevent embarrassing incidents, such as those witnessed in recent times. Daduwal was here along with the HSGPC newly elected president Jagdish Singh Jhinda and its members to offer thanksgiving prayers at the Golden Temple. It is already a matter of concern that the jathedars of Takht Harimandir Ji Patna Sahib and Takht Sachkhand Sri Hazur Sahib are rarely invited to meetings of the Sikh high priests convened in Punjab Takhts to deliberate on Panthic issues, according to Daduwal. The recent summoning of the jathedar of Takht Sri Harimandir Ji Patna Sahib and Panj Pyare (five beloved ones), followed by the retaliatory declaration of the officiating jathedar of Akal Takht, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargajj — who also serves as the jathedar of Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib — and Baba Tek Singh, jathedar of Takht Damdama Sahib, as "tankhaiya" (guilty of religious misconduct), is deeply unfortunate and troubling, he added. "Such actions not only send a negative message but also undermine the dignity and unity of the Sikh high clergy, causing embarrassment for the Panth as a whole," observed Daduwal. Daduwal issued an appeal advocating for the appointment of jathedars through a process of collective and inclusive consultation. He emphasised the need for involving all significant Sikh religious bodies, including Sikh intellectuals, Nihang organisations, and others dedicated to the Sikh faith. He called for the establishment of a system wherein jathedars are appointed through unanimous consensus, free from the influence of any single group or political party. He said the HSGPC already initiated this movement and will continue to advance it both across India and internationally by engaging with Sikh intellectuals and religious bodies worldwide. At the same time, Daduwal expressed the view that the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) should not remain under the control of any single political party. "Our opponents in the Shiromani Akali Dal tried their best, but the Sikhs of Haryana succeeded in removing them from the HSGPC. Similarly, there is a growing sentiment among Sikhs in Punjab who do not want to see the SGPC dominated by one political party," he added. MSID:: 121464567 413 |
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Haryana Sikh groups oppose Hry govt's nomination of Daduwal as HSGMC member
1 2 Ambala: Haryana Sikh groups , under the banner of Akal Panthak Morcha , on Sunday opposed the nomination of Sikh preacher and former Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (HSGMC) president Baljit Singh Daduwal as a member of HSGMC by the state results of the HSGMC elections were declared on January 19, in which Daduwal, who contested from Kalanwali seat at Ward 35, lost by 1,771 votes. He was defeated by Binder Singh, a relatively unknown process of nominating nine HSGMC members was conducted at the PWD rest house in Sector 1, Panchkula, by the commissioner of gurdwara elections, Haryana. Nine members were nominated during the process by elected HSGMC members. Apart from Daduwal, other nominated members include: Balkar Singh of Mardon Sahib in Ambala district, Sewa Singh of Bhavdin village in Sirsa district, Bhupinder Singh of Panipat, Simranjeet Kaur of Munak village in Karnal district, Kartar Kaur of Shahabad Markanda in Kurukshetra district, Gurmail Singh of Shahnal village in Fatehabad district, Harinder Singh of Rajheri village in Ambala district, and Dilbag Singh of Bapoli village in Ambala Sikh groups under the banner of Akal Panthak Morcha held a meeting at Gurdwara Nada Sahib in Panchkula. In this meeting, as many as 20 (including 4 nominated) out of 40 HSGMC members — including Baldev Singh Kaimpuri, president of Haryana Sikh Panthak Dal; Didar Singh Nalvi, president of Sikh Samaj Sanstha; and some independent elected members — issued a joint statement opposing Daduwal's nomination. "The nomination of Baljit Singh Daduwal is creating resentment among the Sikh community, as he was defeated by the Sikh Sangat of Kalanwali constituency by a margin of 1,771 votes. The mandate of the sangat is equal to the Guru's order. The BJP govt has taken a decision against the mandate of the Sikh sangat by nominating Daduwal," said Akal Panthak Morcha. They alleged that nine members were misled into forming a group in order to facilitate Daduwal's nomination. "The govt wants to do kabza (take control of) the HSGMC formed by Sikhs. The govt has indirectly nominated its five members today in the HSGMC. Today is a black day for the Sikh Sangat of Haryana, which will be noted in history," the Akal Panthak Morcha said in the joint statement. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
Time of India
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Haryana Sikh groups oppose nomination of Daduwal as HSGMC member
Haryana Sikh groups oppose nomination of Daduwal as HSGMC member AMBALA: Haryana Sikh groups , under the banner of Akal Panthak Morcha , on Sunday opposed the nomination of Sikh preacher and former Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (HSGMC) president Baljit Singh Daduwal as a member of HSGMC by the state government. The results of the HSGMC elections were declared on January 19, in which Daduwal, who contested from Sirsa's hot seat Kalanwali at ward number 35, lost by 1,771 votes. He was defeated by Binder Singh, a relatively unknown face. The process of nominating nine HSGMC members was conducted at the PWD rest house in Sector 1, Panchkula, by the Commissioner of Gurdwara Elections, Haryana. Nine members were nominated during the process as per rules by the elected HSGMC members. These included Balkar Singh of Mardon Sahib in Ambala district, Sewa Singh of Bhavdin village in Sirsa district, Bhupinder Singh of Panipat, Simranjeet Kaur of Munak village in Karnal district, Kartar Kaur of Shahabad Markanda in Kurukshetra district, Gurmail Singh of Shahnal village in Fatehabad district, Harinder Singh of Rajheri village in Ambala district, Baljit Singh Daduwal of Sirsa district, and Dilbag Singh of Bapoli village in Ambala district. Operation Sindoor 'Our job is to hit target, not to count body bags': Air Marshal Bharti on Op Sindoor Precautionary blackout imposed across parts of Rajasthan, Punjab 'Indian Navy was in position to strike Karachi': Vice Admiral on Operation Sindoor Later, Sikh groups under the banner of Akal Panthak Morcha held a meeting at Gurdwara Nada Sahib in Panchkula. In this meeting, as many as 20 (including 4 nominated) out of 40 HSGMC members — including Baldev Singh Kaimpuri, president of Haryana Sikh Panthak Dal; Didar Singh Nalvi, president of Sikh Samaj Sanstha; and some independent elected members — issued a joint statement opposing Daduwal's nomination. Akal Panthak Morcha said, 'The nomination of Baljit Singh Daduwal is creating resentment among the Sikh community, as he was defeated by the Sikh Sangat of Kalanwali constituency by a margin of 1,771 votes. The mandate of the Sangat is equal to the Guru's order. The BJP government has taken a decision against the mandate of the Sikh Sangat by nominating Daduwal.' They alleged that nine members were misled into forming a group in order to facilitate Daduwal's nomination. 'The government wants to do kabza (take control of) the HSGMC formed by Sikhs. The government has indirectly nominated its five members today in the HSGMC. Today is a black day for the Sikh Sangat of Haryana, which will be noted in history,' the Akal Panthak Morcha said in the joint statement. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
