The day began with the tradition that has become the very soul of this congregation, the sacred procession carrying Guru’s Pavan Swarup in a palanquin from the historic Gurdwara Shishganj Sahib to the Red Fort.
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The second day of the congregation organized at Delhi’s Red Fort to commemorate 350th Martyrdom Day of Guru Tegh Bahadur witnessed spiritual fervour and devotion of people as they started reaching the venue from morning hours, seen with teary-eyes, folded hands, and faith towards Guru.
The day began with the tradition that has become the very soul of this congregation, the sacred procession carrying Guru’s Pavan Swarup in a palanquin from the historic Gurdwara Shishganj Sahib to the Red Fort.
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Thousands of devotees joined this procession amid prayers and hymns, and it was said that the ‘Pavan Swarup’ will be ceremoniously taken back to the Gurdwara during the night.
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Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan and Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited the Gurdwara Rakab Ganj Sahib, and paid solemn respects, offered prayers to Guru Tegh Bahadur on the occasion of his 350th Martyrdom Anniversary.
Notably, the Gurdwara Rakab Ganj Sahib is the site where Guru Sahib’s mortal remains were cremated.
Expressing her reverence, the CM said that Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib’s unparalleled sacrifice for truth and humanity continues to inspire every citizen to walk the path of courage and compassion.
Meanwhile, the special museum set up at the Red Fort complex remained a major attraction, as visitors reached in large numbers.
The exhibition showcases Guru Tegh Bahadur’s life from his birth and deep meditation to his travels and martyrdom through paintings, documents and rare historical accounts.
People were also seen at round-the-clock langar, which continued with its spirit of service and devotion.
CM Gupta has appealed to the people of the city to be part of this event and embrace Guru Sahib’s timeless messages of secularism, compassion, tolerance and truth in their daily lives.
She is personally overseeing preparations, including temporary auditoriums, security arrangements, route management and langar facilities.
The Delhi government has also declared November 25 a public holiday, as a tribute to Guru Sahib’s supreme sacrifice, dedicating the day to his message of humanity and righteousness.
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