Akal Takht chief accepts Centre's 'Z' category 'Sikh only' security detail

Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh, who previously refused Centre's offer of 'Z' category security.

Akal Takht Jathedar Giani Harpreet Singh, who had refused Centre's offer of 'Z' category security, has now given his consent to have the cover. His approval comes with a condition though.

He has agreed to have only ‘Sikh’ security personnel as it will be easy for them to understand the religious code of conduct, according to a report by The Tribune on Tuesday.

Post his agreement, six Sikh security guards from the CRPF have been deputed. The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee task force, attached with the Jathedar, will continue to escort him.

According to the media report, once the full brigade