AMRITSAR, April 9 -- The Akal Takht on Tuesday barred controversial former Takht Patna Sahib jathedar Giani Iqbal Singh from participating in Sikh religious functions. The decision was taken in the meeting of Sikh clergy called by acting jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj.

Giani Iqbal was held 'tankhaya' (guilty of religious misconduct) by Akal Takht for violating its edict in 2022.

"Even after tendering an apology, Akal Takht Sahib is getting many complaints against him and the complainants are levelling serious allegations against him. Until he submits his clarification on these allegations and is not acquitted by the Takht, he cannot participate in the panthic activities and functions. His panthic services are banned", reads the res...