The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has announced a suspension of the supply of Guru Granth Sahib saroops to gurdwaras and congregations until May 20. This decision is in response to the newly enacted Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act in Punjab, which introduces amendments to the rules governing the publication and supply of the holy texts. SGPC secretary Balwinder Singh Kahlwan explained that the committee is revising its processes to ensure adherence to the new guidelines set forth by SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami. A key change includes the development of a centralized digital record system for tracking the printing, storage, and distribution of saroops, which will be accessible on the SGPC website. Additionally, future printing will only occur upon request from congregations, which may lead to increased waiting times. A certificate will be issued upon delivery, outlining care protocols for the Guru Granth Sahib. This centralization means that saroops will only be provided from the Sri Guru Granth Sahib Bhavan at Gurdwara Ramsar Sahib in Amritsar, discontinuing supply from other historic gurdwaras. The Act has faced criticism from Akal Takht acting jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, who views it as an interference in Sikh religious matters, while SGPC president Dhami has expressed support for the amendments.