Mann's video a serious matter related to the religious sentiments of the Nanak Naam Leva Sangat:
CHANDIGARH: Former Punjab BJP president Sunil Jakhar said in a social media post regarding the Chief Minister’s viral video that the issue is not political but one connected with religious sentiments.
In his detailed message, Sunil Jakhar wrote: “Bhagwant Mann’s viral video is not a political issue at all. It is a matter concerning the religious sentiments of the Nanak Naam Leva Sangat.
The real issue is how an arrogant individual is challenging the supreme Sri Akal Takht Sahib.
Despite everything that has happened, if a person accused of disrespecting the Guru Sahiban continues to remain in power on the land of the Gurus, how will we be able to raise our voice against challenges to our faith arising around the world? This is something Punjab needs to reflect upon. Can a Sikh tolerate this?
Grave Sin
Sikhs of the Guru follow the teaching, ‘Sees Diya Par Sirar Na Diya’ (‘One may give one’s head, but never surrender one’s principles or honor’). This grave sin cannot be escaped through the power of office. For a Sikh, there is no one above the Guru.
And Bhagwant Mann Ji, if you want to leave the decision to the people, then, just as Arvind Kejriwal sought a mandate from the people in Delhi (and the people sent him home), you should resign and go before the people and see for yourself.
Sikhs of the Guru follow the teaching, ‘Sees Diya Par Sirar Na Diya’ (‘One may give one’s head, but never surrender one’s principles or honor’). This grave sin cannot be escaped through the power of office. For a Sikh, there is no one above the Guru.
The Guru Sahib and the Sangat will deliver justice.”
Sunil Jakhar further said that it is deeply unfortunate that a person born on the soil of Punjab and familiar with its religion and history has become so intoxicated by power that he is challenging Sri Akal Takht Sahib. He added that whoever has confronted Sri Akal Takht Sahib in the past has eventually lost their very existence.