Badal Dal

On Current State of Sikh Political Affairs in Punjab: Exclusive Speech of Bhai Sukhdeep Singh Meekay

Sovereign Authority of Akal Takht is Must under All Circumstances | Harinder Singh (Free Akal Takht)

Why Are Sikh Institutions in Crisis? Interview with SGPC Member Karnail Singh Panjoli

Exclusive Interview with Former Jathedar Professor Manjit Singh

Interview with Former SGPC General Secretary Bibi Kiranjot Kaur About SGPC, Jathedars and Akal Takht

Must Listen Speech of Bhai Mandhir Singh at Mastuana Sahib

On SGPC Elections, Gurdwara Management, Akal Takht & Jathedars: Interview with Bhai Baldev S Wadala

Media Interaction with Bhai Narien Singh Following Release from Ropar Jail on Bail

WSO Condemns SGPC’s Politically Motivated Removal of Jathedars

On Disarray and Chaos in Sikh Politics and Institutions Amidst Increasing Uncertainty in Situation

Bhai Daljit Singhs Statement on Bhai Narien Singh Action on Sukhbir Badal

Bhai Daljit Singhs Statement on Jathedars Decision of Tankhah to Badal Dal Leaders

Analyzing Boarder Aspects of Jathedars’ Verdict About Badal Dal & Its Leadership: Special Interview

Akal Takht Sahib’s Supremacy vs. Jathedar of Shiromani Committee

Why Politics is Important for Sikhs In Current Situations

On Current Situation, Delhi Darbar’s Changed Policy & Disarray in Electoral Sikh Politics of Punjab

Emerging Dynamics in Sikh Electoral Politics of Punjab After Lok Sabha Results

Analyzing Sikh Electoral Politics: Key Constituencies and Post-Election Scenarios in Punjab

Harsimrat Kaur Badal’s Resignation: Face-Saving by Badals

MP Santokh Chaudhary writes to Captain Amarinder Singh Requesting Investigation Into 1986 Saka Nakodar Police Firing Case

Sumedh Saini Appears Before SIT in Balwant Singh Multani Disappearance Case

Sikh Political Analyst Bhai Ajmer Singh on Case Against Sumedh Saini & Role of Indian Judiciary

Sikhs are Upset at Use of ‘Guru Ki Golak’ to Defend Policemen Guilty of Sikh Killings

Infamous’ for atrocities ex DGP Saini faces a Fresh FIR

Exclusive Talk with Dr. Kanwaljit Singh on PTC’s Claim Over Gurbani & Hukumnama Sahib

Rift in SAD (B)-BJP: SAD (B) fumed over its MLA joining BJP in Haryana, to contest assembly polls alone

Badal Dal

New Shiromani Akali Dal, New Leader – But Will It Resolve the Crisis of Sikh Politics of Punjab?

August 12, 2025

On 11 August 2025, a breakaway faction from the Badal-led SAD announced a new Shiromani Akali Dal, with former SGPC-appointed acting Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Harpreet Singh, as president. This marks yet another split in Punjab’s Sikh political landscape, deepening the trend of fragmentation.

On Current Situation of Sikh Electoral Politics: Why Disarray and Chaos is on the Rise? What to Do?

August 11, 2025

A three-day seminar was held at Mastuana Sahib under the banner of Akal College Council and various Sikh organizations, focusing on the ideology, structure, and rejuvenation of the "Shiromani Akali Dal."

Sikh Institutions and Sikh Electoral Politics in Crisis: Do’s and Don’ts for Reform

August 8, 2025

A three-day seminar was organized at Mastuana Sahib by the Akal College Council and various Sikh organizations to discuss the ideology, structure, and revival of the Shiromani Akali Dal. During the event, Dr. Kanwaljit Singh shared his thoughts with the gathered audience and speakers. He deeply explored and beautifully explained the meanings of […]

Why Children of Poor Households Are Deprived from Right to Education Access? Interview

August 4, 2025

The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009 mandates that 25% of seats in private schools be reserved for students from economically disadvantaged households. However, this law is not being implemented unconditionally in Punjab.

On Current State of Sikh Political Affairs in Punjab: Exclusive Speech of Bhai Sukhdeep Singh Meekay

July 21, 2025

Sikh politics in Punjab is currently in a state of disarray, resulting in the mismanagement of key Sikh institutions, including the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) and Akal Takht Sahib.

Sovereign Authority of Akal Takht is Must under All Circumstances | Harinder Singh (Free Akal Takht)

July 7, 2025

To explore this subject in depth, Sikh Siyasat has launched a series of interviews with leading Sikh personalities, representatives of Sikh organisations and Sikh intellectuals to understand their perspectives on the root causes of these challenges and their vision for a solution.

Why Are Sikh Institutions in Crisis? Interview with SGPC Member Karnail Singh Panjoli

May 31, 2025

The management of influential Sikh institutions, including the SGPC and Akal Takht Sahib, is facing a serious credibility crisis. As both a Sikh political party and a regional force, the Shiromani Akali Dal is also grappling with significant challenges.

Exclusive Interview with Former Jathedar Professor Manjit Singh

May 27, 2025

In an ongoing series of special interviews, Journalist Mandeep Singh sits with Professor Manjit Singh, former Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib. Watch and share with others

Interview with Former SGPC General Secretary Bibi Kiranjot Kaur About SGPC, Jathedars and Akal Takht

May 24, 2025

The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), long controlled by the Badal dynasty, has significantly lost credibility among the Sikh community. The reputation of the Takht Sahibaan and their Jathedars has also suffered setbacks under the current system.

Must Listen Speech of Bhai Mandhir Singh at Mastuana Sahib

May 15, 2025

An annual event in the memory of Sant Attar Singh Ji Mastuana was held at Mastuana Sahib from 30th January 2025 to 1 February 2025. On 31 January Bhai Mandhir Singh of Panth Sewak Jatha Doaba addressed the Sikh Sangat from stage organized by Akal Council Mastuana Sahib. This is full video recording of lecture delivered by Bhai Mandhir Singh.

On SGPC Elections, Gurdwara Management, Akal Takht & Jathedars: Interview with Bhai Baldev S Wadala

May 12, 2025

As part of an exclusive series of interviews with prominent Sikh groups and personalities, journalist Mandeep Singh spoke with Bhai Baldev Singh Wadala of the Sikh Sadbhavna Dal to discuss his views on SGPC management, SGPC elections, the Sewa-Sambhal of Akal Takht Sahib, and the appointment of Jathedars.

Media Interaction with Bhai Narien Singh Following Release from Ropar Jail on Bail

March 27, 2025

Panth Sewak personality Bhai Narien Singh Chaura was released on bail 26 March 2025 from District Jail Ropar. After coming out of Ropar Jail, Bhai Narain Singh thanked the Sikh organizations and lawyers, and took sharp aim at the Badal Dal."

WSO Condemns SGPC’s Politically Motivated Removal of Jathedars

March 8, 2025

The World Sikh Organization of Canada (WSO) has condemned the removal of the SGPC appointed Jathedars of Sri Akal Takhat and Takht Kesgarh Sahib by the Executive Committee of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) on March 7, 2025.

On Disarray and Chaos in Sikh Politics and Institutions Amidst Increasing Uncertainty in Situation

March 4, 2025

Uncertainty is on the rise at both international and regional levels. Meaning while confusion, disarray, and chaos prevails Sikh politics and the management of Sikh institutions.

Bhai Daljit Singhs Statement on Bhai Narien Singh Action on Sukhbir Badal

December 17, 2024

Amritsar: Panth Sewak Bhai Daljit Singh has issued a written statement after Bhai Narien Singh Chauras action on SAD (Badal) leader Sukhbir Singh Badal. Here is full text of the statement in verbatim:- Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh! The shot fired by Bhai Narain Singh outside the parkarma of Sri Darbar Sahib […]

Bhai Daljit Singhs Statement on Jathedars Decision of Tankhah to Badal Dal Leaders

December 13, 2024

Chandigarh: Panth Sewak Bhai Daljit Singh has issued a written statement on Jathedars decision of tankhah to Badal Dal leaders. Full statement reads, in verbatim, as follows: On 17 Maghar, 556 Nanakshahi (December 2, 2024 CE), Giani Raghbir Singh and Giani Harpreet Singh led Panj Singh Sahiban from the rampart of Sri Akaal Takhat Sahib […]

Analyzing Boarder Aspects of Jathedars’ Verdict About Badal Dal & Its Leadership: Special Interview

December 11, 2024

In this interview, journalist Mandeep Singh engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Bhai Mandhir Singh of Panth Sewak Jatha Doaba. They delve into the broader aspects and implications of the Jathedars' verdict regarding Badal Dal and its leadership.

Akal Takht Sahib’s Supremacy vs. Jathedar of Shiromani Committee

November 2, 2024

Punjab and Panthic politics are currently in such a critical state that if steps are not taken towards its revival, then this politics may reach the brink of extinction. The decline of Akali politics in Punjab is a matter of concern for the Sikhs. In order to revive Sikh politics and Punjab politics, Misal […]

Why Politics is Important for Sikhs In Current Situations

November 2, 2024

On Current Situation, Delhi Darbar’s Changed Policy & Disarray in Electoral Sikh Politics of Punjab

October 2, 2024

Speech of Sikh Siyasat editor at Gurdwara Shikar Ghat, Patshahi Chhevin, Village Dallewal near Goraya on 14 September 2024.

On Current Situation, Delhi Darbar’s Changed Policy & Disarray in Electoral Sikh Politics of Punjab

October 2, 2024

Speech of Sikh Siyasat editor at Gurdwara Shikar Ghat, Patshahi Chhevin, Village Dallewal near Goraya on 14 September 2024.

Emerging Dynamics in Sikh Electoral Politics of Punjab After Lok Sabha Results

June 27, 2024

A fragmented landscape is unfolding in Sikh electoral politics, marked by the significant reduction of the dominant force, SAD (Badal), which is now embroiled in internal strife that may lead to a split. As multiple players vie for influence, no single entity has yet consolidated all Sikh electoral power.

Analyzing Sikh Electoral Politics: Key Constituencies and Post-Election Scenarios in Punjab

May 30, 2024

In this video Sikh Siyasat editor Parmjeet Singh Gazi delves into the intricacies of Sikh electoral politics in Punjab ahead of the Lok Sabha polling on June 1st.

Harsimrat Kaur Badal’s Resignation: Face-Saving by Badals

September 18, 2020

Caught in a complex situation Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal) has attempted to save its face on agriculture ordinances issue by tendering resignation of Harsimrat Kaur Badal from the Union Cabinet. SAD (B), a political ally of BJP, was given cabinet berth in BJP led Union government.

MP Santokh Chaudhary writes to Captain Amarinder Singh Requesting Investigation Into 1986 Saka Nakodar Police Firing Case

July 25, 2020

Member of Parliament Santokh Singh Chaudhary on Thursday wrote to Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh requesting an investigation into the killing of four Sikh youth protesters at the hands of police in 1986 when they were protesting over burning of birs of Guru Granth Sahib.

Sumedh Saini Appears Before SIT in Balwant Singh Multani Disappearance Case

May 18, 2020

Former Punjab Police chief Sumedh Saini appeared before Special Investigation Team (SIT) on Sunday (May 17). He was summoned by SIT for questioning in Balwant Singh Multani enforced disappearance case.

Sikh Political Analyst Bhai Ajmer Singh on Case Against Sumedh Saini & Role of Indian Judiciary

May 15, 2020

Former Punjab Police chief Sumedh Saini is booked for enforced disappearance of Sikh youth Balwant Singh Multani.

Sikhs are Upset at Use of ‘Guru Ki Golak’ to Defend Policemen Guilty of Sikh Killings

May 11, 2020

Controversy surrounding Satnam Singh Kaler’s move to appear in court for defending Sumedh Saini refuses to die down even after he announced his withdrawal from the case.

Infamous’ for atrocities ex DGP Saini faces a Fresh FIR

May 11, 2020

Punjab police have registered an FIR against ex-DGP Sumedh Singh Saini for abduction, torture and elimination of Balwant Singh Multani in a stage-managed case

Exclusive Talk with Dr. Kanwaljit Singh on PTC’s Claim Over Gurbani & Hukumnama Sahib

January 16, 2020

Exclusive Talk with Dr. Kanwaljit Singh on PTC's Claim Over Gurbani & Hukumnama Sahib

Rift in SAD (B)-BJP: SAD (B) fumed over its MLA joining BJP in Haryana, to contest assembly polls alone

September 26, 2019

AMRITSAR: Rift emerged between the Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal) and Bhartya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday (September 26, 2019) finally with former’s MLA Balkaur Singh’s joining in latter in Haryana ahead of its assembly elections. Enraged over this, the SAD (B) broke ties with the saffron party in this state. During the core committee meeting […]