Reaffirming core Sikh principles on the occasion of Baisakhi, the Dal Khalsa emphasised the doctrine of the omnipresence of the Shabad Guru, embodied in Sri Guru Granth Sahib, and the centrality of sacrifice in Sikh tradition, drawing inspiration from the lives and martyrdom of the Sikh Gurus and historic figures.In a statement issued during a Panthic conclave held alongside the Punjab Assembly’s special session, the organisation asserted that the Guru remains the sovereign guide of the Panth, whose sanctity has been preserved through unparalleled sacrifices. “Any affront—physical or doctrinal—is an assault on the very soul of the Sikh Quam,” the resolution stated.Highlighting the significance of Baisakhi, participants described it not merely as a festival but as a defining moment of Sikh sovereignty and collective identity. The resolution underlined that Baisakhi continues to serve as a living reminder of self-rule, dignity, and the responsibility to uphold justice and freedom in both temporal and spiritual spheres.Addressing the persistent issue of sacrilege, Dal Khalsa president Harpal Singh Cheema said the crisis extends beyond legal dimensions and must be viewed as a civilisational concern. He criticised successive governments for failing to develop a coherent and preventive framework, adding that reactive legislation alone cannot resolve the issue without sustained vigilance, public awareness, and institutional integrity.Paying homage to those killed in the 1978 Amritsar Nirankari-Sikh clash, human rights activist Prof Jagmohan Singh termed the incident a stark example of state failure and complicity. Opposing recent legislative measures, he argued that the Punjab government lacks the authority to interfere in Sikh religious affairs.On international developments, Dal Khalsa’s political affairs secretary Kanwar Pal Singh noted that Pakistan has re-emerged on the global stage after a period of isolation, playing a role in regional and Middle East peace efforts while seeking economic and political stability. However, he expressed concern over stalled diplomatic engagements, warning of potential escalation and instability.The organisation urged Sikhs to assess such geopolitical shifts with clarity, prioritising community interests while advocating peace, cooperation, and justice across borders.Commenting on recent legislative developments, SGPC member Kulbir Singh and Baba Hardeep Singh Mehraj stated that symbolic or partial measures cannot replace meaningful justice, even if some sections derive temporary satisfaction from them.Extending greetings on Baisakhi, the organisers called upon the Sikh community to remain resilient, united, and forward-looking. Despite repeated challenges, they stressed, the Panth must continue to project strength, positivity, and collective resolve.