Amritsar, June 21 -- In another twist to the video controversy, the Akal Takht on Saturday released a clip of chief minister Bhagwant Mann's January 15 appearance before acting jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, alleging contradictions in the CM's stance over the "objectionable footage", evoking a sharp reaction from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) that said the video clearly exposes the "misinformation campaign" being run by the Shiromani Akali Dal over the issue.

On Monday, the highest temporal seat of Sikhs had declared Mann "anti-Guru" and "anti Panth" over the alleged objectionable video. While Mann dismissed the clip as "propaganda" aimed at defaming him, the Opposition demanded his resignation.

In a statement issued here, the Akal Ta...