New Delhi, Dec 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid tributes to Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji on the occasion of his Parkash Utsav, remembering the Sikh Guru’s enduring legacy of courage, compassion and sacrifice.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister said that Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji continues to inspire generations to stand firmly for truth, justice and righteousness, while guiding society towards service and selfless duty.
“On the sacred Parkash Utsav of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, we bow in reverence to him. He remains an embodiment of courage, compassion and sacrifice. His life and teachings inspire us to stand for truth, justice, righteousness and to protect human dignity,” PM Modi wrote.
The Prime Minister also shared photographs from his visit earlier this year to Takhat Sri Harimandir Ji Patna Sahib, one of the five Takhts of Sikhism and the birthplace of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji. He recalled having darshan of the Holy Jore Sahib of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and Mata Sahib Kaur Ji during the visit.
The Parkash Utsav, which marks the birth anniversary of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, is observed every year with devotion and enthusiasm. Gurudwaras are illuminated to signify Prakash or divine light, while religious programmes such as Anand Path and Prabhat Feri are organised in the days leading up to the main celebration.
Earlier on December 26, Veer Baal Diwas was observed across the country to honour the supreme sacrifice of Sahibzada Zorawar Singh and Sahibzada Fateh Singh, the younger sons of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, who were martyred at the young ages of nine and six while defending the values and dignity of Sikhism.
Prime Minister Modi had announced in January 2022 that December 26 would be observed as Veer Baal Diwas to commemorate the martyrdom and bravery of the Sahibzadas.
