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- The Prime Minister began the ceremony by paying obeisance to the Sri Guru Granth Sahib and later toured a special exhibition dedicated to the life and teachings of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji.
- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a solemn state-level ceremony in Kurukshetra on Tuesday to mark the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, revered as Hind Di Chadar — the shield of India.
- In his address, Prime Minister Modi hailed Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji as a beacon of courage and faith, calling him “a rare personality in history whose life and sacrifice continue to inspire generations.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended a solemn state-level ceremony in Kurukshetra on Tuesday to mark the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, revered as Hind Di Chadar — the shield of India. The event, organized by the Haryana government, honoured the profound sacrifice of the ninth Sikh Guru, who laid down his life defending religious freedom and human dignity.
The Prime Minister began the ceremony by paying obeisance to the Sri Guru Granth Sahib and later toured a special exhibition dedicated to the life and teachings of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. To commemorate the historic occasion, he released a special coin and a commemorative postal stamp.
The event was attended by Haryana Governor Prof. Asim Kumar Ghosh, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, and Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee President Jagdish Singh Jhinda, among other dignitaries. The Central Government has declared a year-long series of events across the nation to mark the 350th Shaheedi Diwas of the Guru.
In his address, Prime Minister Modi hailed Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji as a beacon of courage and faith, calling him “a rare personality in history whose life and sacrifice continue to inspire generations.” He emphasized that Guru Ji stood unwavering in defense of truth, justice, and religious freedom, choosing martyrdom over compromise.
“Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji considered it his sacred duty to protect truth and faith,” PM Modi said. “He refused to bow before tyranny and upheld the principles of righteousness, even at the cost of his life.”
The Prime Minister further noted that the essence of modern India reflects the sacrifices and values championed by great souls like Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. “The traditions of our Gurus form the foundation of our nation’s character, culture, and moral strength,” he remarked.
The ceremony concluded with a collective prayer for peace and unity, echoing the Guru’s timeless message of spiritual resilience and universal harmony.
