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Shiromani Committee’s Budget Session Tomorrow Amid Protests

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Meanwhile, Damdami Taksal, in collaboration with Sikh organizations, is planning a peaceful protest near the Shiromani Committee office, demanding the restoration of Jathedars.

The Shiromani Committee’s budget session is scheduled for tomorrow, posing a potentially challenging situation for President Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami. During the session, the issue of the removal of Jathedars is expected to be raised.

Meanwhile, Damdami Taksal, in collaboration with Sikh organizations, is planning a peaceful protest near the Shiromani Committee office, demanding the restoration of Jathedars.

Damdami Taksal head Baba Harnam Singh Khalsa announced the protest program during a meeting of Sikh organizations in Anandpur Sahib, emphasizing its peaceful nature. Anticipating potential tension, police officials have met with Shiromani Committee representatives to discuss the situation.

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