What's really behind the Punjab's Bhagwant Mann video controversy?| Explained

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A viral video, allegations of sacrilege, an unprecedented edict from the Akal Takht, conflicting forensic reports, and arrests over allegedly fabricated evidence—how did one video spiral into one of Punjab's biggest political controversies? In this explainer, we trace the entire Bhagwant Mann video row, from the video's emergence to the Akal Takht's declaration, the fake forensic lab allegations, and what it could mean for Punjab politics ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. Thank you for watching our video! You can subscribe to our channel here: https://bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit https://www.thehindu.com/ for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps: Android: https://bit.ly/3nboBEi iOs: https://apple.co/3EDCwt4 The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by

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