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- Honouring the Legacy of the 40 MuktasThe gurdwara stands as a tribute to the 40 Muktas — the “liberated ones” — who gave their lives in the Sikhs’ final battle against the Mughals in 1705.
- The announcement came from Deepak Bali, Adviser to the Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board, during his recent visit to the shrine, following a proposal by local MLA Jagdeep Singh Kaka Brar.
- The site attracts thousands of devotees each year, who come to offer prayers and bathe in the sarovar, with the Maghi fair marking an annual highlight.
Muktsar’s revered Gurdwara Tutti Gandi Sahib, a site of profound historical and spiritual significance, is poised for a major facelift inspired by the Golden Temple’s iconic surroundings in Amritsar. The announcement came from Deepak Bali, Adviser to the Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board, during his recent visit to the shrine, following a proposal by local MLA Jagdeep Singh Kaka Brar.
Honouring the Legacy of the 40 Muktas
The gurdwara stands as a tribute to the 40 Muktas — the “liberated ones” — who gave their lives in the Sikhs’ final battle against the Mughals in 1705. The name “Tutti Gandi” symbolises Guru Gobind Singh’s act of forgiving the 40 Sikhs who had earlier parted ways but returned to fight by his side. The site attracts thousands of devotees each year, who come to offer prayers and bathe in the sarovar, with the Maghi fair marking an annual highlight.
Addressing Neglect and Restoring Pride
Despite its importance, the gurdwara’s approach roads — narrow, congested, and often plagued by overflowing sewage — have long reflected neglect. Bali’s inspection aimed to change that. He reviewed the restoration plans, engaging with departmental officials to finalise measures that will preserve the site’s sanctity while enhancing visitor experience.
“Just like the Golden Temple precincts, we will bring a similar heritage revival to Gurdwara Tutti Gandi Sahib. Under Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s leadership, the government is dedicated to restoring Punjab’s cultural and historical splendour,” Bali affirmed.
A Long-Awaited Makeover
MLA Kaka Brar, who has championed the cause, welcomed the move as the fulfilment of a longstanding demand from Muktsar’s residents. “The government has taken our request seriously, and the necessary funds are already being mobilised,” he said.
The initiative promises not just aesthetic improvements, but also a reinvigoration of the town’s heritage identity, potentially boosting religious tourism and economic activity in the region.
