Video: Man tries to attack Nihang leader at Mohali gurdwara, triggers ruckus

Local police reached the scene soon after and said the situation is now under control. They added that they are in constant touch with the gurdwara management. Police also said that no complaint has been received so far, but action will be taken if one is filed.

In Short

• The event has honoured Nihang Singhs recently released on bail in Uttarakhand
• Siropas have been presented as the congregation has raised religious slogans
• A man from the crowd has suddenly moved to attack Baba Jasdeep Singh

A ruckus broke out on Sunday at a gurdwara in Mohali during a welcome ceremony for Nihang Sikhs who had returned to Punjab after being released from Uttarakhand.

According to reports, an individual allegedly attempted to attack Nihang Baba Jasdeep Singh during the ceremony.

A felicitation event was being held at Gurdwara Singh Shaheeda in Sohana, Mohali, to welcome the Nihang Sikhs, who had recently been released on bail by a court in connection with a case in Karnaprayag, Uttarakhand.

During the programme, while siropas were being presented to the Nihang Sikhs and the congregation raised religious slogans, a man from the crowd suddenly moved forward and allegedly tried to assault Baba Jasdeep Singh. He was immediately overpowered and detained by Nihang Sikhs and others present at the spot.

Local police reached the scene soon after and said the situation is now under control. They added that they are in constant touch with the gurdwara management. Police also said that no complaint has been received so far, but action will be taken if one is filed.

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