Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has vowed that those responsible for issuing threatening emails concerning Sri Harmandir Sahib will face exemplary punishment. In an emotionally charged statement made after paying obeisance at the revered Golden Temple on Tuesday, Mann described the threats as an unpardonable crime that has not only hurt religious sentiments but also challenged the collective spirit of Punjab.
The controversy erupted following the circulation of a series of threatening emails targeting the sanctity of Sri Harmandir Sahib, a global spiritual centre for millions of Sikhs and a revered symbol of peace and devotion. Security agencies were immediately put on alert following these emails, which raised concern among religious authorities and pilgrims alike.
Chief Minister Mann, addressing the press outside the premises of the holy shrine, firmly stated that the forces behind this act will be exposed soon. He reassured the people of Punjab and the global Sikh community that his government is committed to ensuring that such nefarious attempts do not succeed in disturbing peace and harmony in the state. “This is not just a matter of state security but of deep religious sentiment. The perpetrators will not be spared,” Mann declared.
Mann confirmed that the Punjab Police and intelligence units are actively investigating the origin of the threat mails. “Our security agencies have gathered key leads in the case. Scientific verification is currently in progress, and once we have complete clarity, we will share the findings with the public. But I can assure you, we are very close to the truth,” he said. The Chief Minister emphasized that every technical resource, including cyber forensics, is being utilized to identify the source of these emails, which authorities believe were sent from outside India to create fear and unrest.
He further assured that the suspects have already been identified and efforts are underway to verify their involvement through digital trails and corroborating evidence. The state government has also sought cooperation from the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), which manages the day-to-day functioning of the Golden Temple, to aid in the investigation and help establish any motive or previous history related to such threats.
Amid heightened security, Mann called on pilgrims and the public not to panic. “Sri Harmandir Sahib is not just a religious place for Sikhs but a beacon of spirituality, unity, and hope for all communities. People from around the world come here to pray for peace and prosperity. Any attempt to disrupt the peace of this holy place will be dealt with in the harshest possible manner,” he reiterated.
Highlighting that security in the holy city of Amritsar has already been intensified, the Chief Minister said that every inch of the city is under close surveillance. State police forces, along with central security agencies, are coordinating closely to ensure that no threat escalates into an incident. “We have increased patrolling, deployed cyber units, and are maintaining continuous liaison with the SGPC and other stakeholders,” said Mann.
He expressed confidence that no matter where the culprits hide—within India or abroad—they will not escape the law. “Punjab has suffered too much in the past. We will not allow a repeat. It is our bounden duty to safeguard the honour and sanctity of this sacred shrine,” Mann asserted.
During his visit to Sri Harmandir Sahib, Mann also prayed for the peace, prosperity, and communal harmony of the state. “This land, blessed by our great Gurus, gives strength not only to Sikhs but to every Punjabi. Our legacy is one of resilience, peace, and unity, and we shall preserve it at all costs,” he said.
The Chief Minister also appealed to the Centre to extend all possible help in tracking international cyber threats that target religious institutions in India. The threat to Sri Harmandir Sahib, while not resulting in any physical incident, has underlined the vulnerabilities in digital security and the need for vigilant monitoring of anti-national activities that seek to polarize or destabilize communities.
With sentiments running high, Mann’s visit and strong assurances have been welcomed by various community groups, who hope for a swift conclusion to the investigation and strict action against those found guilty. As the case progresses, the government’s handling of this sensitive issue is being closely watched, not just in Punjab, but by Sikh communities and human rights observers across the world.
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