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Punjab Govt To Amend Blasphemy Law
✍️ Amar Ujala · Amritsar
🗓 31 Jul 2026, 09:35 AM
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The Punjab government is set to amend the blasphemy law to include 'Bir' and 'Swaroop' words. No action will be taken against sewadars until the investigation is complete.
The Punjab government has initiated the process of amending the Jagat Jot Shri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Bill (Amendment) 2026. This move aims to strengthen the existing blasphemy law. The proposed amendment will include the words 'Bir' and 'Swaroop' to provide more clarity and protection to the sacred scriptures. The government has also decided that no action will be taken against sewadars until the investigation is complete, ensuring a fair and just process.