India, Feb. 14 -- Punjab's Additional Chief Secretary (Home) will issue a final reply in the privilege case involving Atishi, Delhi Leader of Opposition, after obtaining approval from the competent authority, officials said Friday.

The Delhi Assembly Secretariat had sought written comments from the Punjab Government in connection with a breach of privilege and contempt matter related to alleged remarks made by Atishi concerning Sikh Gurus.

In an official statement, the Office of the Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Home Affairs, Government of Punjab, clarified that, prior to receiving the February 5 communication, there had been no direct correspondence from the Delhi Legislative Assembly Secretariat regarding this specific cas...