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Discussion on Khalsa Sajna Divas to be Held at Sri Akal Takht Sahib Tomorrow

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Sources indicate that while no formal agenda has been released for the meeting, the ongoing dispute regarding the recruitment of Shiromani Akali Dal under Panthic matters may be addressed.(Photo: Facebook/Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargajj)

A meeting of the five Singh Sahibs has been called by the acting Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, tomorrow (Tuesday). The meeting will focus on discussions related to Khalsa Sajna Divas, as well as Panthic, religious, and social matters.

Sources indicate that while no formal agenda has been released for the meeting, the ongoing dispute regarding the recruitment of Shiromani Akali Dal under Panthic matters may be addressed.

At the same time, the Shiromani Akali Dal has called a meeting of its working committee tomorrow afternoon at its Chandigarh office. During this meeting, the date for the delegate session to elect the party president and other office bearers will be decided.

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