ANI PhotoGiani Harpreet Singh, the Jathedar of Akal Takht, on Friday refused to take Z cover security provided by the Centre. However, he added that the Z security will hinder his working as a Jathedar of the Akal Takht. Giani Harpreet Singh said, "Don't know what input they (Central government) have. Meanwhile, official sources said on Friday that given the situation in Punjab, the Central Government has provided Z category security to Giani Harpreet Singh, the Jathedar of Akal Takht. Earlier in April, the Punjab government had ordered the withdrawal of security cover for 184 persons including former ministers and ex-MLAs, and other leaders.

Source: dna June 04, 2022 06:49 UTC