CM Mann's post goes viral before his appearance at Sri Akal Takht Sahib

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann appealed to the Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gadgaj, to live telecast his appearance at the Akal Takht on January 15th on all channels. Mann wrote on social media platform X: "I am receiving messages from all over the world that when I present the accounts of the offerings (Golak) on behalf of the congregation on January 15th, it should be live telecast.

Understanding the sentiments of the congregation worldwide, I also request the Jathedar that my explanation be broadcast live, so that the congregation remains informed about every detail and every penny of the accounts. See you on January 15th, with evidence."

https://twitter.com/BhagwantMann/status/2009126545991061832?s=20

Responding to Mann's statement, SGPC member Gurcharan Singh Grewal said that the Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib must have felt something was amiss. Objections arose among the public, which is why the Chief Minister was summoned. This matter should not be given a political color. The world knows the reason; the documents that will go to the Akal Takht will be historical. One should not impose conditions when going to the Akal Takht. Why is CM Mann being summoned to the Akal Takht...?
This controversy began after Punjabi singer Jasbir Jassi's rendition of a Shabad (religious hymn). The Akal Takht Jathedar objected to Jassi's singing of the Shabad, stating that Jassi is not a complete Sikh and therefore cannot sing Shabad. To this, CM Mann said that if that is the case, then stop apostate Sikhs from bowing their heads and putting money in the offering box as well. The Akal Takht Jathedar expressed displeasure over the videos and comments.

After CM Bhagwant Mann's statements, the Akal Takht Jathedar expressed his displeasure. He said that the comments about the Guru's offering box, which is related to the principle of Dasvandh (tithing) of the Gurus, are objectionable. The Jathedar also expressed displeasure over the lack of action in the Bargari and Maur sacrilege and bomb blast cases. In addition, the Jathedar objected to a video in which CM Mann was allegedly shown engaging in disrespectful acts towards the Gurus and Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale. Mann has been summoned to appear before the Akal Takht secretariat on January 15th regarding this matter. CM Mann had said, "I will go barefoot to appear before the Akal Takht."
After being summoned by the Jathedar, CM Bhagwant Mann said that he would appear before the Akal Takht as a humble Sikh. During this time, the CM also informed that he would not be able to attend President Droupadi Murmu's program on the same day. CM Mann said, "The order from Sri Akal Takht Sahib is accepted with utmost respect. This servant will appear not as a Chief Minister, but as a humble Sikh, walking barefoot. President Droupadi Murmu is coming to participate in a conference at Guru Nanak Dev University in Amritsar on January 15th, so I apologize for my inability to attend that day."

Sri Akal Takht, the highest of the 5 Takhts, its decrees are followed by all Sikhs

SGPC member Bhai Manjit Singh explained that Sri Akal Takht Sahib is the supreme political and judicial institution of the Sikhs. Its function is to guide and make decisions for the community on worldly and religious matters. The Akal Takht was established in 1606 by Guru Sri Hargobind Sahib, the son of the 5th Guru, Sri Guru Arjan Dev.

He observed that great injustice was being perpetrated in the world. Therefore, he formulated the principle of adopting two swords: one of Miri and the other of Piri. This meant that decisions on religion and politics would be made from a single platform. Sri Akal Takht is located in Amritsar, directly opposite Harmandir Sahib. Akal Takht means the throne of the timeless God.

It is the highest and oldest of the five Takhts of Sikhism. A Hukamnama (edict) is issued from here on any important issue or dispute related to the Sikh religion or community. This Hukamnama is mandatory for Sikhs all over the world to follow.