Controversy Over Ablution Video at Golden Temple Prompts SGPC Investigation

A viral video showing a Muslim man performing ablutions, including washing hands and feet, in the sacred Amrit Sarovar pond at Amritsar's Golden Temple sparked controversy. The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) condemned the act as violating Sikh religious code and is investigating the incident, including the video's authenticity. The man apologized, expressing regret and plans to seek forgiveness. Officials emphasized respecting the shrine's protocols and called for sensitivity toward all religions.