AMRITSAR SAHIB, Punjab—Reacting to the keenness being shown by ‘Sant Samaj’ and Sikh organizations for rejecting or implementing the Nanakshahi Calender, Sri Akal Takht Sahib Jathedar Giani Gurbachan Singh said they (Sant Samaj and other groups) should address the key issues such as release of Sikh political prisoners and the termination of section 25 (2) (b) instead of opposing or favouring the Nanakshahi Calender.
In a statement issued here today, Giani Gurbachan Singh said that these organizations should take concrete measures to ensure the release of Sikh political prisoners languishing in various jails despite completion of their prison terms as well as termination of section 25 (2) (b) of the Indian constitution which held Sikhs as a part of Hinduism.
He explained that Sikhs had submitted lists of Sikh prisoners who deserve release to governments numerous times and the latter had made assurances but it has not taken any step in this direction. He concerned that any delay in taking action would be harmful. He said if the issue would not be resolved soon, it would be discussed in meeting of Panj Singh Sahiban slated for Jan 2.
