In his statement, the Jathedar warned that no district authority or school should organise fancy-dress competitions on themes related to the Sahibzadas, Mata Gujar Kaur, or Baba Banda Singh Bahadur. He said the Child Welfare Council’s issued directives reflect a lack of understanding of Sikh principles and traditions by both the Central and Punjab governments.

While welcoming the Centre’s decision to commemorate the martyrdom at the national level, the Jathedar stressed that the day must be observed as “Sahibzade Shahadat Diwas” instead of “Veer Bal Diwas.”

He has also instructed the SGPC to ensure immediate cancellation of such events and to officially correct the name of the commemoration day.

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The Rural Development and Panchayats Department informed the State Election Commission that, as per the Local Government Department’s notification dated 28.11.2025, these 15 adjoining villages have now been officially included in Mohali MC limits.

Due to this merger, the Panchayat Samiti, Mohali’s 15 gram panchayats have been removed from the jurisdiction of Panchayat Samiti and Zila Parishad Mohali. The department clarified that boundaries of both bodies have significantly changed and require complete reorganisation.

On the recommendation of the Rural Development Department and Mohali Deputy Commissioner, the Commission has postponed elections for members of Panchayat Samiti Mohali and Zila Parishad Mohali until restructuring is completed.

However, elections in Panchayat Samiti Derabassi, Kharar, and Majri will continue as per the existing schedule.

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