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Last Updated:<\/span>September 18, 2025, 10:57 IST<\/time><\/p>\nThe SGPC, citing violation of maryada (religious code of conduct), suspended a preacher and an attendant, dismissed a granthi from service.<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\nRahul Gandhi along with AICC in-charge of Punjab Bhupesh Baghel and State Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring offers prayers at Gurudwara Smadh Baba Budha Sahib, Ramdas in Amritsar district, Punjab, Monday, Sept. 15, 2025. (Image: PTI)<\/p>\n<\/figure>\nA row has erupted in Punjab after the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) initiated disciplinary action against several staff members of Gurudwara Smadh Baba Budha Sahib in Ramdas, Amritsar. The action came after a siropa (robe of honour) was presented to Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, during his recent visit to the shrine while touring flood-affected areas in Amritsar and Gurdaspur districts.<\/p>\nThe SGPC, citing violation of maryada (religious code of conduct), suspended a preacher and an attendant, dismissed a granthi from service, and issued a warning with transfer orders to the gurdwara manager. SGPC Secretary Partap Singh, in a statement, said that the inquiry was conducted under the direction of SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami.<\/p>\n\u201cAfter receiving the inquiry report, appropriate action was taken against the responsible staff members. In this regard, kathavachak (preacher) Bhai Palwinder Singh and sewadar (attendant) Bhai Harwinder Singh have been suspended, while the temporary services of granthi Bhai Kulwinder Singh have been terminated. In addition, Manager Pargat Singh has been issued a warning and transferred,” Singh said.<\/p>\n\n\nIt is sad, shocking and unfortunate that the SGPC has taken action against the officials of the Gurdwara Budha Sahib Ji for presenting Siropa to Shri Rahul Gandhi Ji.Don\u2019t understand what is the motive of the present SGPC dispensation to show such hostility towards Rahul Ji,\u2026\u2014 Amarinder Singh Raja Warring (@RajaBrar_INC) September 17, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\nThe move has drawn sharp criticism from Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, who expressed strong displeasure over the SGPC\u2019s decision. \u201cIt is sad, shocking and unfortunate that the SGPC has taken action against the officials of the Gurdwara Budha Sahib Ji for presenting siropa to Shri Rahul Gandhi Ji. Don\u2019t understand what is the motive of the present SGPC dispensation to show such hostility towards Rahul Ji, who has been fighting for the country particularly for the religious minorities like Sikhs,” Warring remarked.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nNews Desk<\/a><\/p>\nThe News Desk is a team of passionate editors and writers who break and analyse the most important events unfolding in India and abroad. From live updates to exclusive reports to in-depth explainers, the Desk d…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nThe News Desk is a team of passionate editors and writers who break and analyse the most important events unfolding in India and abroad. From live updates to exclusive reports to in-depth explainers, the Desk d… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nSeptember 18, 2025, 10:57 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> politics<\/a> Amritsar Gurdwara’s ‘Siropa’ Honour For Rahul Gandhi Sparks Row, SGPC Acts Against Staff<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
Rahul Gandhi along with AICC in-charge of Punjab Bhupesh Baghel and State Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring offers prayers at Gurudwara Smadh Baba Budha Sahib, Ramdas in Amritsar district, Punjab, Monday, Sept. 15, 2025. (Image: PTI)<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n
A row has erupted in Punjab after the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) initiated disciplinary action against several staff members of Gurudwara Smadh Baba Budha Sahib in Ramdas, Amritsar. The action came after a siropa (robe of honour) was presented to Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, during his recent visit to the shrine while touring flood-affected areas in Amritsar and Gurdaspur districts.<\/p>\n
The SGPC, citing violation of maryada (religious code of conduct), suspended a preacher and an attendant, dismissed a granthi from service, and issued a warning with transfer orders to the gurdwara manager. SGPC Secretary Partap Singh, in a statement, said that the inquiry was conducted under the direction of SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami.<\/p>\n
\u201cAfter receiving the inquiry report, appropriate action was taken against the responsible staff members. In this regard, kathavachak (preacher) Bhai Palwinder Singh and sewadar (attendant) Bhai Harwinder Singh have been suspended, while the temporary services of granthi Bhai Kulwinder Singh have been terminated. In addition, Manager Pargat Singh has been issued a warning and transferred,” Singh said.<\/p>\n
\nIt is sad, shocking and unfortunate that the SGPC has taken action against the officials of the Gurdwara Budha Sahib Ji for presenting Siropa to Shri Rahul Gandhi Ji.Don\u2019t understand what is the motive of the present SGPC dispensation to show such hostility towards Rahul Ji,\u2026\u2014 Amarinder Singh Raja Warring (@RajaBrar_INC) September 17, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\nThe move has drawn sharp criticism from Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, who expressed strong displeasure over the SGPC\u2019s decision. \u201cIt is sad, shocking and unfortunate that the SGPC has taken action against the officials of the Gurdwara Budha Sahib Ji for presenting siropa to Shri Rahul Gandhi Ji. Don\u2019t understand what is the motive of the present SGPC dispensation to show such hostility towards Rahul Ji, who has been fighting for the country particularly for the religious minorities like Sikhs,” Warring remarked.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nNews Desk<\/a><\/p>\nThe News Desk is a team of passionate editors and writers who break and analyse the most important events unfolding in India and abroad. From live updates to exclusive reports to in-depth explainers, the Desk d…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nThe News Desk is a team of passionate editors and writers who break and analyse the most important events unfolding in India and abroad. From live updates to exclusive reports to in-depth explainers, the Desk d… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nSeptember 18, 2025, 10:57 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> politics<\/a> Amritsar Gurdwara’s ‘Siropa’ Honour For Rahul Gandhi Sparks Row, SGPC Acts Against Staff<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
It is sad, shocking and unfortunate that the SGPC has taken action against the officials of the Gurdwara Budha Sahib Ji for presenting Siropa to Shri Rahul Gandhi Ji.Don\u2019t understand what is the motive of the present SGPC dispensation to show such hostility towards Rahul Ji,\u2026\u2014 Amarinder Singh Raja Warring (@RajaBrar_INC) September 17, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\nThe move has drawn sharp criticism from Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, who expressed strong displeasure over the SGPC\u2019s decision. \u201cIt is sad, shocking and unfortunate that the SGPC has taken action against the officials of the Gurdwara Budha Sahib Ji for presenting siropa to Shri Rahul Gandhi Ji. Don\u2019t understand what is the motive of the present SGPC dispensation to show such hostility towards Rahul Ji, who has been fighting for the country particularly for the religious minorities like Sikhs,” Warring remarked.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<\/span><\/p>\nNews Desk<\/a><\/p>\nThe News Desk is a team of passionate editors and writers who break and analyse the most important events unfolding in India and abroad. From live updates to exclusive reports to in-depth explainers, the Desk d…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nThe News Desk is a team of passionate editors and writers who break and analyse the most important events unfolding in India and abroad. From live updates to exclusive reports to in-depth explainers, the Desk d… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nSeptember 18, 2025, 10:57 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> politics<\/a> Amritsar Gurdwara’s ‘Siropa’ Honour For Rahul Gandhi Sparks Row, SGPC Acts Against Staff<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The move has drawn sharp criticism from Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, who expressed strong displeasure over the SGPC\u2019s decision. \u201cIt is sad, shocking and unfortunate that the SGPC has taken action against the officials of the Gurdwara Budha Sahib Ji for presenting siropa to Shri Rahul Gandhi Ji. Don\u2019t understand what is the motive of the present SGPC dispensation to show such hostility towards Rahul Ji, who has been fighting for the country particularly for the religious minorities like Sikhs,” Warring remarked.<\/p>\n
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The News Desk is a team of passionate editors and writers who break and analyse the most important events unfolding in India and abroad. From live updates to exclusive reports to in-depth explainers, the Desk d…Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nThe News Desk is a team of passionate editors and writers who break and analyse the most important events unfolding in India and abroad. From live updates to exclusive reports to in-depth explainers, the Desk d… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nSeptember 18, 2025, 10:57 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> politics<\/a> Amritsar Gurdwara’s ‘Siropa’ Honour For Rahul Gandhi Sparks Row, SGPC Acts Against Staff<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
The News Desk is a team of passionate editors and writers who break and analyse the most important events unfolding in India and abroad. From live updates to exclusive reports to in-depth explainers, the Desk d… Read More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFirst Published:<\/span><\/p>\n\nSeptember 18, 2025, 10:57 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNews<\/a> politics<\/a> Amritsar Gurdwara’s ‘Siropa’ Honour For Rahul Gandhi Sparks Row, SGPC Acts Against Staff<\/span><\/div>\n\n\nDisclaimer: Comments reflect users\u2019 views, not News18\u2019s. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use<\/a> and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nRead More<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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