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Religion
SGPC Protest Against Private Channel's Unauthorized Gurbani Broadcast
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 07 Aug 2026, 12:36 PM
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The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee has lodged a formal objection after a private television channel aired Gurbani without permission, citing violation of religious protocols.
The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has formally objected to a private television channel that broadcast Gurbani without obtaining the required authorization. SGPC, which oversees the management of Sikh gurdwaras across Punjab, stated that such broadcasts must be approved by the committee to ensure adherence to religious guidelines and proper use of sacred hymns.
In its statement, SGPC warned that unauthorized dissemination of Gurbani could lead to legal action and potential penalties against the channel. The committee emphasized that the sanctity of the hymns must be preserved and that any broadcast should follow established protocols.
The incident highlights the growing scrutiny over media outlets that incorporate religious content. SGPC’s objection underscores the organization’s role in safeguarding Sikh religious practices and ensuring that media representations respect the traditions of the faith.
In its statement, SGPC warned that unauthorized dissemination of Gurbani could lead to legal action and potential penalties against the channel. The committee emphasized that the sanctity of the hymns must be preserved and that any broadcast should follow established protocols.
The incident highlights the growing scrutiny over media outlets that incorporate religious content. SGPC’s objection underscores the organization’s role in safeguarding Sikh religious practices and ensuring that media representations respect the traditions of the faith.