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Akali Leader Demands End to Political Use of Akal Takht
✍️ Amar Ujala · Amritsar
🗓 26 Jun 2026, 12:32 PM
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Senior Akali leader Bhai Baldev Singh Wadala has called for an immediate halt to the use of the Akal Takht, Sikhism's highest temporal seat, for political purposes.
Bhai Baldev Singh Wadala, a prominent Akali figure, has publicly urged that the Akal Takht should cease being utilized as a platform for political agendas. He emphasized the sanctity of the religious institution and the need to preserve its spiritual character.
Wadala's statement, originating from Amritsar, highlights a concern within certain Sikh community circles regarding the intersection of religious authority and political maneuvering. The appeal underscores a desire to maintain the Akal Takht's primary role as a spiritual center for Sikhs worldwide.
Wadala's statement, originating from Amritsar, highlights a concern within certain Sikh community circles regarding the intersection of religious authority and political maneuvering. The appeal underscores a desire to maintain the Akal Takht's primary role as a spiritual center for Sikhs worldwide.