Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria has given assent to the anti-sacrilege Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Bill, 2026. With his approval, the Bill is now formally enacted, allowing the state to implement its provisions with immediate effect. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann confirmed the development earlier today by sharing a copy of the signed file on his social media platform.

The Bill is an amendment to the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Act, 2008, related to sacrilege and conspiracy for sacrilege against the Guru Granth Sahib. It includes provision for punishment of 10 years to life with fine upto Rs. 25 lakh. Earlier, the Bill was unanimously passed by the Punjab Vidhan Sabha on April 13.