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- Adding to the grandeur, a light-and-sound show detailing the life and teachings of the Guru will be staged in key cities including Patiala, Jalandhar, Fatehgarh Sahib, and Pathankot, culminating at the historic Charan Ganga Stadium in Sri Anandpur Sahib on November 20.
- aimed at strengthening cultural and spiritual awareness among students, the Punjab Government has introduced a 15-day mandatory curriculum across all schools in the state to commemorate the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur, the Ninth Sikh Guru known for his unwavering stand on religious freedom.
- This educational program, rolled out today and extending across nursery to Class 12, seeks to immerse young learners in the Guru’s life, his teachings of compassion and unity, and the ultimate sacrifice he made to uphold the right to religious expression.
aimed at strengthening cultural and spiritual awareness among students, the Punjab Government has introduced a 15-day mandatory curriculum across all schools in the state to commemorate the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur, the Ninth Sikh Guru known for his unwavering stand on religious freedom.
This educational program, rolled out today and extending across nursery to Class 12, seeks to immerse young learners in the Guru’s life, his teachings of compassion and unity, and the ultimate sacrifice he made to uphold the right to religious expression.
“Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji laid down his life not just for the Sikhs, but for the universal right to practice one’s faith without fear,” said Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains, highlighting the significance of the initiative. “By integrating this legacy into our school curriculum, we are ensuring that future generations understand the values of courage, tolerance, and human dignity.”
The scope of the commemoration expands beyond schools. Universities, colleges, ITIs, and polytechnics have also been instructed to organize seminars, debates, and exhibitions in honor of Guru Tegh Bahadur’s martyrdom, marking a state-wide homage that began on November 4.
Adding to the grandeur, a light-and-sound show detailing the life and teachings of the Guru will be staged in key cities including Patiala, Jalandhar, Fatehgarh Sahib, and Pathankot, culminating at the historic Charan Ganga Stadium in Sri Anandpur Sahib on November 20. Additionally, four Nagar Kirtans are scheduled to begin from Srinagar, Faridkot, Bathinda, and Gurdaspur, all converging at Anandpur Sahib on November 22. The main procession is expected to witness participation from Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal, and Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah.
Anandpur Sahib, the city founded by Guru Tegh Bahadur in 1665, will serve as the focal point of the celebrations from November 23 to 25. The program will feature devotional recitals, interfaith gatherings, exhibitions, and a spectacular drone show of 500 drones — a first in North India — narrating episodes from the Guru’s life.
In another unprecedented move, the Punjab Legislative Assembly will convene a special session on November 24 at the Bhai Jaita Ji Memorial in Anandpur Sahib.
To manage an anticipated influx of nearly one crore devotees, the state government has arranged extensive logistics, including three tent cities capable of housing 11,000 visitors, over 100 acres of parking space, and free transit services via 500 e-rickshaws, 100 mini-buses, and statewide bus routes operating from November 23 to 25.
Appealing for collective support, Minister Bains emphasized that the initiative is not merely about revisiting history but about instilling these timeless values in the hearts of the youth. “The story of Hind Di Chadar—Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji—will not just be remembered through textbooks, but lived through the spirit of every young Punjabi,” he said.
This educational and cultural endeavor marks a moment of profound reverence, unity, and reflection in Punjab, as the state mobilizes to honor a legacy that transcends time and tradition.
