File photo of Bhai Baldev Singh Wadala
AMRITSAR SAHIB, Punjab (September 12, 2015)—Meting punishing for showing solidarity with Panthik interests, Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) on Friday removed noted Sikh Kirtani Bhai Baldev Singh Wadala as Hazuri Ragi of Sri Darbar Sahib and shifted him to Gurdwara Patshahi Nauvi Jeend (Haryana).
It may be recalled that in a bid to stop the misuse of donations of the Sikh Sangat, he opposed appointment of chief secretary Harcharan Singh who is being paid Rs 3 lakh monthly. He opposed the move as per the rules of the Gurdwara Act.
In his transfer letter, SGPC alleged that he has revolted against the institution and broken it’s discipline.
His services at Sri Darbar Sahib had already been terminated after the appointment of chief secretary. On Friday, the a formal announcement was then made.
It is noteworthy that Bhai Wadala is very popular amongst Sikh masses due to his unique way of singing Gurbani Kirtan. Sikh Sangat enjoys his sweet voice while his jatha is performing kirtan. He is also considered as an activist with Panthik spirit and working in tandem with the Sikh way.