Patna, July 5 -- Former Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal has been declared 'tankhaiya' (guilty of religious misconduct) by the Panj Pyare at Takht Sri Patna Sahib, one of Sikhism's five supreme temporal seats of authority.

The decision comes after Badal failed to appear before the Takhat despite being summoned twice.

According to sources, Sukhbir Badal was called to present himself before the Panj Pyare following allegations related to his role in supporting individuals found guilty of violating a Hukamnama (religious edict).

Despite repeated notices, Badal did not respond or appear. This non-compliance led to the declaration of Tankhaiya, a term reserved in Sikh tradition for those found guilty of religious misconduct.

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