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DSGMC Chief Accuses AAP of Politicising Gurdwara Bangla Sahib Protest
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News18•10-10-2026, 20:30
DSGMC Chief Accuses AAP of Politicising Gurdwara Bangla Sahib Protest
- •Protesters demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation sought refuge in Gurdwara Bangla Sahib during a police crackdown.
- •DSGMC chief Harmeet Singh Kalka accused AAP leaders of trying to defame the gurdwara after demonstrators raised slogans inside.
- •Kalka stated that staff stopped protesters from forcing their way into the hall, but some managed to enter with placards.
- •The DSGMC chief defended the police intervention inside the premises, arguing it was necessary after protesters entered the holy site.
- •Kalka emphasized that while the gurdwara welcomes all for food and shelter, political activities and protests will not be tolerated.
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DSGMC chief Harmeet Singh Kalka accused AAP leaders of defaming Gurdwara Bangla Sahib after protesters demanding the resignation of CEC Gyanesh Kumar entered the premises with placards and raised slogans.
Kalka stated that protesters attempted to force their way into the gurdwara's hall but were stopped by the staff. He emphasized that while the gurdwara welcomes people seeking food and shelter, political activity and protests inside the premises will not be tolerated.
Police entered the gurdwara premises to remove demonstrators who had fled inside during a crackdown after attempting to force their way into the hall. Kalka defended the police action, stating it was necessary because the protesters had entered the religious institution.
