Archive · 2 Jun 2025
Damdami Taksal Maintains Stance Against Jathedar Speaking at Event
Damdami Taksal, a Sikh seminary, is against the officiating jathedar, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, speaking at the Operation Bluestar anniversary.
They believe his appointment is illegitimate and don't want him delivering the message from Akal Takht.
The SGPC, in charge of the event, is meeting with the Damdami Taksal leader to find a solution.
If Gargaj speaks, the Damdami Taksal and other Sikh groups will strongly object.
The seminary suggests the SGPC consider another respected Sikh leader to deliver the message instead.
Damdami Taksal opposes Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj speaking at the Operation Bluestar anniversary.
The SGPC plans to meet with Damdami Taksal's chief on June 2.
Damdami Taksal is firm on preventing Gargaj from delivering the message.
The taksal believes Gargaj's appointment is illegitimate.
Other Sikh groups will oppose Gargaj speaking on June 6 if allowed.
- Who
- Damdami Taksal, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, and SGPC
- What
- Damdami Taksal wants to prevent the officiating jathedar from delivering a message.
- When
- June 6, the 41st anniversary of Operation Bluestar
- Where
- Akal Takht
- Why
- Damdami Taksal objects to the jathedar's legitimacy and his speaking at the event.
SGPC
Damdami Taksal & Allies
Speaking at Event
SGPC
SGPC may want to allow Gargaj to deliver a message.
Damdami Taksal & Allies
Damdami Taksal wants SGPC to prevent the Jathedar from speaking.
Jathedar's Authority
SGPC
Likely supports legitimacy of Gargaj's appointment.
Damdami Taksal & Allies
Damdami Taksal does not recognize Gargaj's authority.
- Event
- 41st Operation Bluestar Anniversary
- Date of Event
- June 6
- Key Group
- Damdami Taksal
- SGPC Meeting
- June 2
- Location
- Akal Takht
