Sri Anandpur Sahib: A significant meeting took place at Sri Anandpur Sahib, where former Supreme Court Judge Justice RS Sodhi Meets Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargajj.
The discussion focused on the Punjab government’s recently passed Jagat Jyot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act 2026. Moreover, the meeting took place at the Jathedar’s residence office in Anandpur Sahib.
RS Sodhi Meets Jathedar: Appreciation for Legal Awareness Efforts
Jathedar Gargajj appreciated Justice Sodhi for openly sharing his legal views on the matter. He said that Sodhi’s detailed writings helped the Sikh community understand the seriousness of the issue.
Furthermore, he praised Sodhi’s long-standing contribution to legal awareness among Sikhs.
Justice Sodhi’s Strong Stand on Religious Autonomy
Justice R.S. Sodhi stated that his faith in Sikhism and Sri Guru Granth Sahib is deeply personal and spiritual.
He further said that government interference in such matters is unacceptable. According to him, this issue belongs solely to the Sikh community and its religious institutions.
Concerns Over the Amendment Act
During the discussion, both sides expressed concerns about the legal amendment. They felt that the law contains serious shortcomings and does not serve Sikh interests.
Moreover, they pointed out that existing laws already deal with sacrilege cases, but justice has still not been properly delivered.
Call for Wider Consultation and Respect for Institutions
Both leaders criticized the government for passing the law without consulting Sikh institutions. In addition, they felt that this approach lacks seriousness and sensitivity.
They also discussed future strategy and emphasized the need to protect religious autonomy and institutional authority.
5 Key Points of the RS Sodhi Meets Jathedar:
- Justice R.S. Sodhi met Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargajj at Sri Anandpur Sahib.
- Discussion focused on the 2026 Sikh religious law amendment.
- Both expressed concerns over legal and constitutional issues in the law.
- Sodhi stressed religious matters should remain free from government interference.
- Leaders called for wider consultation with Sikh institutions.
