New Delhi, February 27 Senior officials from the Punjab government appeared before the Committee on Privileges in the Delhi Assembly on Friday in connection with the alleged remarks made by the Leader of the Opposition, Atishi, against Sikh Gurus.
According to officials, the committee will table its report on the matter after reviewing the submissions made by the officials.
"The committee is currently examining the issue, and its report is awaited. At this stage, it is difficult to indicate how long the process will take. Once the committee finalizes its report, it will be presented to the House, after which the House will deliberate on the recommendations," Speaker Vijender Gupta said.
Referring to the issue of alleged sacrilege raised during the proceedings, the speaker said that the unfortunate incident concerning the alleged desecration of the Gurus took place within the House on January 6, 2026.
"The entire process to address the matter is presently underway. There can be no compromise with the privileges of the House, its officials, and its members. The dignity of the assembly must be upheld at all times, as it reflects the essence of India's democratic system and constitutional framework," Gupta further said.
The officials who appeared before the committee included Additional Chief Secretary, Home, Punjab, Alok Shekhar, Director General of Police, Punjab, Gaurav Yadav, and Police Commissioner, Jalandhar, Dhanpreet Kaur.
"Every member of the House has certain privileges, and any interference, tampering, or violation of these privileges will be met with zero tolerance," the speaker further added.
All proceedings in the matter will be conducted strictly in accordance with established rules and procedures. The process will remain time-bound, orderly, and transparent, he said.
The issue relates to a video clip of the assembly's Winter session proceedings in January, based on which BJP legislators accused Atishi of making "derogatory" remarks against Sikh Gurus.
