Archive · 18 Jan 2026
Dr Sukhi Resigns Amid Missing Saroops Controversy
Dr Sukhwinder Kumar Sukhi, who was the chairman of a big warehouse company in Punjab, India, has quit his job.
He did this because there was a big argument about some holy books that went missing from a Sikh temple.
The leader of Punjab, Bhagwant Mann, said that some of these books were found, but Dr. Sukhi wanted to talk to the leaders about the importance of the temple.
He announced his resignation on Facebook and in a video, saying he wanted to tell the truth about the temple.
Meanwhile, Bhagwant Mann criticized the head of the SGPC for supporting Sukhbir Singh Badal, who Mann says did bad things to Punjab.
Mann also talked about how his government is helping people by building new roads and giving free electricity to many households.
Dr Sukhwinder Kumar Sukhi resigned as chairman of CONWARE, a position with cabinet rank.
The resignation follows a controversy over 328 missing saroops from a gurdwara in Punjab.
169 saroops were found during an ongoing investigation.
Dr Sukhi announced his resignation on Facebook and in a video message, emphasizing the sanctity of the gurdwara.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann criticized SGPC chief Harjinder Singh Dhami for calling himself a soldier of Sukhbir Singh Badal.
- Who
- Dr Sukhwinder Kumar Sukhi, former chairman of CONWARE; Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann; SGPC Chief Harjinder Singh Dhami
- What
- Resignation of Dr Sukhi amid controversy over missing saroops; Bhagwant Mann's criticism of SGPC chief and Akali Dal
- When
- Announced on Sunday, January 18, 2024
- Where
- Punjab, India
- Why
- Controversy over missing saroops and political tensions between AAP and Akali Dal
Bhagwant Mann (AAP)
SGPC Chief Harjinder Singh Dhami (Akali Dal)
SGPC Chief's Allegiance
Bhagwant Mann (AAP)
Criticizes SGPC chief for calling himself a soldier of Sukhbir Singh Badal, alleging Badal ruined Punjab.
SGPC Chief Harjinder Singh Dhami (Akali Dal)
Not explicitly stated, but implied defense of SGPC's actions and authority.
Government's Role in Religious Affairs
Bhagwant Mann (AAP)
Defends the government's actions, stating the SIT was formed to trace missing saroops and not to interfere in religious institutions.
SGPC Chief Harjinder Singh Dhami (Akali Dal)
Implied criticism of government interference in religious matters by forming an SIT.
- Resigned Position
- Chairman of Punjab State Container and Warehousing Corporation (CONWARE)
- Appointment Rank
- Cabinet rank
- Controversy
- Missing 328 saroops from Rasokhana Nabh Kanwal Raja Sahib Gurdwara
- Found Saroops
- 169 saroops found during investigation
- Resignation Announcement
- Facebook and video message
- Key Message
- Sanctity of the gurdwara and truth about the place
- SGPC Chief's Allegiance
- Harjinder Singh Dhami calls himself a soldier of Sukhbir Singh Badal
- Government's Initiative
- Foundation stone laid for 23 rural link roads worth Rs 11.32 crore
