Sikh groups protest in Jalandhar over alleged police bias in Gurudwara littering case

A protest was organised outside the police station in Jalandhar after Sikh groups claimed that the investigation into a littering incident at Gurudwara Kalgi Dar Sahib was not being conducted impartially. The dispute began when a group was accused of discarding waste near the holy shrine, prompting local authorities to register a case and summon those involved.

Representatives of several Sikh organisations gathered on the pavement, holding placards and chanting slogans that demanded an unbiased inquiry. They alleged that the police were favouring certain parties and urged the state’s law‑enforcement agencies to intervene.

The demonstration remained peaceful, but the protesters warned of further actions if their demands are not met. Local officials have not yet responded publicly to the accusations, and the case remains under preliminary investigation.

The incident highlights growing tensions between community groups and law‑enforcement agencies in Punjab over perceived partiality in handling matters linked to religious sites.