Punjab Finance Minister Challenges Pargat Singh’s Position on Anti‑Sacrilege Bill

The finance minister of Punjab raised concerns about MLA Pargat Singh’s stance on the state’s proposed anti‑sacrilege bill during a recent press interaction. Singh, a member of the ruling party, had earlier expressed backing for the legislation, which seeks to impose stricter penalties for acts deemed sacrilegious. The minister asked Singh to clarify how his position aligns with the government’s broader law‑and‑order agenda and the sensitivities of diverse religious communities in the state. No further comments were recorded from Singh at the time of reporting. The anti‑sacrilege bill remains under debate in the Punjab Legislative Assembly, with opposition parties warning that it could inflame communal tensions.