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Indian Army and SGPC Deny Claims of Air Defence Guns at Golden Temple

Both parties refute reports of military deployment inside the shrine during Operation Sindoor, emphasizing adherence to religious protocols.

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Golden temple, Amritsar
'No AD guns within Darbar Sahib': Army denies deploying air defence systems inside Golden Temple
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Overview

  • The Indian Army has formally clarified that no air defence guns or related resources were deployed within the Golden Temple premises during Operation Sindoor.
  • The SGPC and Golden Temple authorities reaffirmed that no permission was granted for military deployment inside the shrine, rejecting statements made by Lt Gen Sumer Ivan D’Cunha.
  • The Golden Temple management confirmed cooperation with blackout guidelines by switching off exterior lights while maintaining religious practices in accordance with Sikh protocols.
  • Pakistan's Foreign Ministry denied allegations of targeting the Golden Temple, asserting respect for all places of worship.
  • The controversy highlights challenges in reconciling military operations, religious sanctity, and conflicting narratives during heightened Indo-Pak tensions.