The North American Punjabi Association (NAPA)Executive Director Satnam Singh Chahal strongly questions the Punjab government’s intent ahead of bringing a new law against sacrilege in the Punjab Vidhan Sabha tomorrow. NAPA asserts that instead of delivering justice, the government appears to be indulging in mere “eye wash” politics, playing with the emotions and sentiments of the people.
Before introducing yet another law, the government must clearly explain what happened to the ‘Punjab Prevention of Crimes against Holy Scriptures Bill-2025’, which was passed last year and subsequently sent to a Select Committee. After nearly eight months of consultations with various religious organisations, institutions, and stakeholders, there is still no transparency regarding the status, findings, or recommendations of the committee.
NAPA firmly demands that the Select Committee present a complete and transparent report in the Vidhan Sabha. The people of Punjab have a right to know whether their concerns were genuinely addressed or merely delayed through procedural tactics.
Raising a second critical issue, NAPA calls upon the government to present a detailed white paper in the Vidhan Sabha outlining the action taken in all major cases—from the 2015 sacrilege incidents to the Maur Mandi bomb blast. The continued delay and lack of visible progress in these sensitive matters have deeply eroded public trust.
NAPA directly accuses the current government of failing to deliver justice in sacrilege cases. Instead, there is a growing perception that the real culprits are being shielded and protected. This is an extremely serious matter that strikes at the core of public faith and law enforcement credibility.
NAPA reiterates that accountability is not optional—it is mandatory. The people of Punjab deserve truth, justice, and transparency, not repeated legislative announcements that fail to produce results on the ground.