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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
SGPC to urge UN to declare Guru Tegh Bahadur's martyrdom day as International Human Rights Day
Amritsar: Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) will write a formal letter to the Un ited Nations (UN), urging it to declare the martyrdom day of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur as International Human Rights Day. The decision was taken following a virtual meeting of the International Sikh Advisory Board, SGPC president Harjinder Singh Dhami said. Among those who attended the meeting were Gurmeet Singh Randhawa (UK), Dr Kawaljeet Kaur (UK), Rajbir Singh (Canada), Master Mahinder Singh, Gurcharan Singh Lamba (USA), Balwant Singh Dhami, and Bhai Gurbakhsh Singh Gulshan (UK), Dhami added. He said that based on suggestions from the board members, the SGPC decided to formally approach the UNO with the proposal. A similar request will also be made to the Government of India, seeking a national holiday on Nov 25 to honour the Guru's martyrdom.
Indian Express
6 days ago
- General
- Indian Express
Punjab: Gulab Chand Kataria hosts shabad kirtan to mark Guru Tegh Bahadur's 350th martyrdom anniversary
The Punjab Raj Bhavan Tuesday evening reverberated with devotional hymns as it commemorated the 350th martyrdom anniversary of the ninth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur, with a solemn shabad kirtan. Padma Shri Hazuri Ragi Bhai Harjinder Singh Ji Srinagar Wale, a renowned exponent of Gurbani Kirtan, led the recital at the Guru Nanak Dev Auditorium, filling the venue with spiritual resonance. His renditions paid tribute to Guru Tegh Bahadur's supreme sacrifice and message of courage, truth, and selfless service. UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria, accompanied by his wife Anita Kataria and family, joined the sangat in humble devotion. 'I consider myself the luckiest person who got the chance to perform sewa on this pious occasion,' he said. Deeply moved by the historic moment, he added, 'It is a moment of spiritual fulfilment in the best traditions of sarbat da bhala (welfare of all).' In keeping with the Sikh tradition of equality, the Administrator later participated in langar sewa, serving food alongside others. The Raj Bhavan premises were transformed into a sacred space, resonating with Waheguru Simran and the egalitarian ethos of Sikhism. On the occasion, Kataria unveiled 'Spiritual Journey of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib', a pictorial book authored by Punjab State Information Commissioner Harpreet Sandhu, to mark the martyrdom year. The Administrator also felicitated Bhai Harjinder Singh and his jatha, along with Granthi Singhs of Gurdwara Patshahi Dasvi, Sector 8, Chandigarh, who performed the sewa of Guru Granth Sahib and Palki Sahib. The event saw participation from Punjab Cabinet ministers Gurmeet Singh Khudian, Sanjeev Arora, and Ravjot Singh; Punjab Chief Secretary K A P Sinha; UT Chief Secretary Rajeev Verma; Municipal Commissioner Amit Kumar; Mayor Harpreet Kaur Babla; UTCA president Sanjay Tandon; and senior civil and police officers of Punjab and Chandigarh. Families of Raj Bhavan staff were present as well.
Time of India
19-07-2025
- Time of India
Anandpur Sahib to get heritage street ahead of Guru Tegh Bahadur martyrdom anniv
Ropar: In a major initiative to highlight Punjab's spiritual and cultural legacy, the historic city of Anandpur Sahib — birthplace of the Khalsa — is set to undergo a significant transformation with the development of a dedicated heritage street. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Proposed by Punjab tourism department, the plan is aimed at coinciding with the 350th anniversary of the martyrdom of the ninth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur. The heritage street will be developed along the primary road leading to Takht Sri Keshgarh Sahib, one of the five takhts (temporal seats) of Sikhism. The proposed design will draw inspiration from the famed Heritage Street in Amritsar that connects the Golden Temple to the city, blending aesthetics with historical reverence. Confirming the development, DC Varjeet Singh Walia lauded the cooperation of local traders. He said, "Most shopkeepers along the Keshgarh Sahib road have given their consent to proceed. Their support is essential to preserving the city's historical character while enhancing its spiritual and visual appeal." The DC emphasised that the street's design will be thematically aligned with the city's Sikh heritage, including redesigned facades, improved streetscape, and a unified architectural aesthetic to reflect Anandpur Sahib's unique identity. He said, "The goal is not just beautification, but a respectful presentation of our history. Anandpur Sahib is not just a geographical location, but a living testament to Sikh valour and sacrifice — from the founding of the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh to the martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur. It is the state's duty to present this heritage with dignity and pride." With tendering in progress and groundwork expected to commence shortly, the heritage street is poised to redefine the visitor experience in Anandpur Sahib — honouring its sacred legacy while opening new avenues for cultural tourism.
