Sidhu reportedly went to meet protesting farmers wearing a shawl which had religious symbols including 'Ek Onkar'.
Giani Harpreet Singh, officiating Jathedar of Akal Takht, has directed Congress' Navjot Singh Sidhu to tender an apology for allegedly hurting Sikh sentiments by wearing a shawl bearing Sikh religious symbols. Sidhu reportedly went to meet protesting farmers wearing a shawl which had religious symbols including 'Ek Onkar'.
Shri Akal Takht Sahib is Supreme, If I have unknowingly hurt the sentiments of even One Sikh, I apologise !! ... Millions wear the revered Symbols of Sikhism on there Turbans, Clothes and even carve Tattoos with Pride, I too as a humble Sikh wore the Shawl unintentionally ????????
— Navjot Singh Sidhu (@sherryontopp) December 30, 2020Advertisement
After an objection by the Akal Takht, Sidhu issued an apology and said, "Shri Akal Takht Sahib is Supreme, If I have unknowingly hurt the sentiments of even One Sikh, I apologise !! ... Millions wear the revered Symbols of Sikhism on there Turbans, Clothes and even carve Tattoos with Pride, I too as a humble Sikh wore the Shawl unintentionally."
In his directive, Singh had sought strict action against Sidhu. It is learnt that Sikh bodies across the state have also approached the Akal Takht urging that action against the Congress leader will set an example to ensure that such actions are not carried out by others. This is arguably the first time that such a complaint has been filed against anyone.
