Punjab Government nod to amended sacrilege law with stricter punishments
The Hindu·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Punjab Cabinet approved amendments to the sacrilege law on April 11, 2026. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann chaired the meeting that cleared the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Amendment Bill 2026. The amendments introduce life imprisonment and enhanced penalties for sacrilege incidents. The changes aim to deter beadbi and protect Guru Granth Sahib's sanctity.
Key Entities
Punjab CabinetBhagwant Singh MannJaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Amendment Bill 2026Guru Granth Sahib