AMRITSAR: Sri Akal Takht Sahib has announced the expulsion of former Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) member Amarjit Singh Chawla and Additional Head Granthi Giani Malkit Singh from the Sikh Panth.
The decision was announced on Sunday following a meeting of the five Sikh high priests at Sri Akal Takht Sahib. Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Garhgajj announced the decision, citing alleged violations of Sikh religious discipline and Panthic norms.
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Chawla Expelled From Sikh Panth
According to the decision announced at Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Amarjit Singh Chawla has been expelled from the Sikh Panth following the passing of a Gurmata over what were described as serious violations of Sikh conduct and Panthic rules.
The Sikh community has also been directed not to maintain religious, social or political ties with Chawla.
Giani Malkit Singh Also Expelled
Giani Malkit Singh, who served as the Additional Head Granthi of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, has also been expelled from the Panth.
The decision cited alleged actions that were described as being contrary to Panthic discipline.
Both Chawla and Giani Malkit Singh have been barred from holding positions in Sikh institutions, gurdwara management committees or religious platforms for life, according to the announcement.
Why Were Amarjit Singh Chawla And Giani Malkit Singh Expelled?
The decision comes days after the SGPC suspended Giani Malkit Singh and a driver following allegations that emerged in connection with a case involving Chawla.
The SGPC had subsequently ordered a detailed inquiry into the matter.
Sri Akal Takht Sahib’s latest decision follows deliberations by the five Sikh high priests. Further details regarding the specific allegations and the grounds cited in the decision are awaited.
