Gopal Sharma
JAMMU, Nov 5: The 556th Parkash Purab (Birth Anniversary) of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji Maharaj was celebrated with immense devotion, reverence and enthusiasm by the Sikh community and his followers across the region today.
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A grand Gurpurab celebration function was held at Gurdwara Yaadgar Sri Guru Nanak Sahib, Chand Nagar, Lower Gumat, Jammu, which was organised by District Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (DGPC) Jammu with the support of other social organizations.
A large number of devotees from all walks of life thronged the Gurdwara premises to pay their obeisance and seek blessings on this sacred occasion since early morning. Gurdwara was highly decorated by the orginsers. The programme which commenced at around 10 am continued till 4 pm.
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The program commenced with melodious ‘Shabad-Kirtan’ rendered by eminent Ragi Jathas, including Bhai Balvinder Singh and Bhai Gurbhej Singh, both Hazuri Ragis from Sri Darbar Sahib, Amritsar, and Bhai Simranjit Singh, Kathavachak from Gurdwara Panjhokhra Sahib.
While elaborating on the divine life and universal message of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, Bhai Simranjit Singh emphasized that Guru Nanak Dev’s teachings of Naam Japna, Kirat Karni, and Vand Chakna hold timeless relevance. He highlighted Guru Sahib’s tireless journeys across the world to spread the message of peace, equality, humility and selfless service.
He further stated that Guru Nanak Dev’s firm stand against oppression, his advocacy for women’s dignity, and his belief in universal brotherhood continue to inspire humanity even today.
Apart from the distinguished guests from outside Jammu, local Ragis and Parcharaks who participated in Shabad Kirtan included Bhai Ranjit Singh, Bhai Harpreet Singh (Chohala Sahib), Bhai Gian Singh and Bhai Satinder Singh, Parcharak, Guru Granth Sahib Study Circle, Jammu, who also shed light on Guru Sahib’s teachings and philosophy.
Various stalls were also set up by religious organizations and the Health Department to serve the visiting devotees. The Guru Ka Langar was served continuously throughout the day to all devotees.
Ranjit Singh, president, DGPC Jammu, while addressing the gathering, extended heartfelt gratitude to the civil administration and the entire Sangat for their cooperation and active participation in making the event a grand success.
The stage proceedings were conducted by Surjeet Singh, general secretary, DGPC Jammu.
Senior officers from the civil and police administration who graced the occasion included- DIG Jammu-Samba-Kathua, Shiv Kumar, S.P South Ajay Sharma and Dr Vinod Sharma Health Officer JMC.
Prominent political personalities who paid their obeisance on this pious occasion included- Tariq Hameed Karra, UT president Congrees Committee, Raman Bhalla working president JKPCC, , Ravinder Sharma Congress chief spokesperson, Balbir Singh ex-MLA, Ved Mahajan, ex-MLC, ex-Minister Yogesh Sawhney, Teja Singh. Vikram Randhawa, BJP MLA, Charanjit Singh Ex-MLC, Balvinder Singh UT president PoJK BJP, Varinder Singh Sonu PDP spokesperson and Sandeep Singh Wazir spokesperson NC,
The entire team of DGPC Jammu, including– Balvinder Singh vice president DGPC, Ranvir Singh (Joint Secretary), Jagpal Singh (Cashier), Harjeet Singh, Tejinder Singh and Avtar Singh– members DGPC Jammu were also present on the occasion.
Similar function was held at Teetwal, near LoC in Kashmir.
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