Chandigarh, June 29 -- Chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday said the state government would introduce a legislation to ensure harsher punishment for acts of sacrilege. Chairing a meeting with officers and representatives of the Sarb Dharam Beadbi Roko Kanoon Morcha at his official residence, the CM said, "Punjab is a sacred land of great gurus, saints and seers who have shown the path of mutual love and tolerance. It is a matter of immense pride that Punjab stands as a unique blend of socialism and secularism, as well as an epitome of communal harmony, peace and brotherhood." He said the government would consult leading legal experts to ensure that a robust state legislation is enacted, one that prevents offenders from evading strict consequences, including the possibility of capital punishment. He expressed concern over existing legal loopholes that allow individuals guilty of such acts to walk free, calling it completely unwarranted and unacceptable. The CM said the state government would consult all stakeholders, including religious organisations, in drafting the legislation. He highlighted that while the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita provides provisions regarding religious places, it remains silent on holy granths. The subject falls under the Concurrent List, so the state has the authority to enact such legislation....