Punjab Government Forms Seven-Member Panel to Coordinate on ‘Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Amendment Act, 2026’

September 20, 2026

The Punjab government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has formed a seven-member coordination committee to work on matters related to the ‘Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Amendment Act, 2026’. According to the state government, the committee will coordinate with Sri Akal Takht Sahib and work in accordance with its directions. The panel will also maintain regular communication on issues connected with the Act.

Religious, Legal and Administrative Experience Included

The seven-member panel includes people with experience in religious affairs, law, the judiciary, policing and administration. The committee includes former Sri Akal Takht Sahib Jathedar Giani Raghbir Singh, Damdami Taksal chief Sant Giani Harnam Singh Khalsa and Sant Baba Sewa Singh of Rampur Khera. Other members are retired Justice Jaspal Singh, retired Justice Gurbir Singh, former IPS officer and former Punjab Public Service Commission chairman Jatinder Singh Aulakh, and Law Officer Preet Inder Pal Singh. The government has brought together members from different fields to provide inputs on matters related to the legislation.

Regular Coordination With Sri Akal Takht Sahib

The Punjab government said the seven-member committee will remain in regular contact with the committee constituted by Sri Akal Takht Sahib. The panel will discuss important matters concerning the Act and submit its suggestions and reports to the state government. The arrangement is intended to provide a formal channel for discussion and coordination on issues related to the legislation.

Committee Constituted Through Home and Justice Department Order

The Punjab Department of Home Affairs and Justice issued the order for setting up the committee on September 16, 2026. Following the order, the seven-member panel has been assigned the responsibility of examining and coordinating on matters associated with the Act. As per the government order, the committee will place relevant views, observations and its recommendations before the government for consideration and further action.

Focus on the Next Steps Related to the Act

The ‘Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Amendment Act, 2026’ was notified in Punjab in April 2026. Following its notification, discussions took place regarding various aspects of the legislation, including matters related to its amendment and coordination with Sri Akal Takht Sahib. With the formation of the new coordination committee, the Punjab government has established an institutional mechanism for continued dialogue with the committee constituted by Sri Akal Takht Sahib.

The seven-member panel is now expected to facilitate discussions, examine important issues and submit its views to the government as the process related to the Act moves forward.