During a religious convention at Takht Damdama Sahib in Talwandi Sabo, Bathinda, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, the jathedar of Akal Takht, called on the Sikh community to unite against the recently enacted anti-sacrilege law by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government. He argued that the law violates Sikh traditions and creates fear among the sangat (community). Gargaj specifically criticized the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Act, which requires unique IDs for the Guru Granth Sahib, asserting that such directives interfere with religious practices. He stated that while Sikhs support strict penalties for sacrilege, they will not accept governmental interference in their religious affairs. Gargaj also pointed out that the law fails to address the involvement of mentally disabled individuals in sacrilege cases. The Akal Takht had previously rejected the Act on May 8, giving the Punjab government a 15-day ultimatum to amend its 'objectionable clauses.' This call to action reflects ongoing tensions between the Sikh community and the state government regarding religious autonomy and governance.