CM Yogi hails Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s message of truth and unity
The Chief Minister paid obeisance to the Sikh Gurus and was felicitated by the organizing committee with an Angavastra and a memento.
The Chief Minister paid obeisance to the Sikh Gurus and was felicitated by the organizing committee with an Angavastra and a memento.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday extended warm greetings to Sikhs worldwide on the occasion of Guru Nanak Dev Ji's Parkash Purab, celebrating the birth anniversary of the revered Sikh Guru.
He envisioned the welfare of all humanity and considered all castes to be equal. Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji emphasized women's empowerment and respect for them, said Kataria.
According to a note by Prime Minister Office here Modi is scheduled to address the gathering through video conferencing at 12:30 in the afternoon on 25 December.
The High Commission also wished a spiritually rewarding ‘yatra’ to the pilgrims visiting Pakistan on this occasion.
In his message, President Kovind said, "Greetings to all fellow citizens, especially to our Sikh brothers and sisters in India and abroad, on the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. On this sacred occasion, let us resolve to conduct ourselves in a manner so as to emulate his teachings."
Dedicated to Sri Guru Nanak Dev ji’s 550th Prakash Purb, the Shabad - 'Satguru Nanak Aaye Ne' - and song - 'Guru Da Langha', aim to spread Guru Sahib's message amongst the masses.
The high commission said the issuance of pilgrimage visas was in line with the Government of Pakistan’s efforts for promoting visits to religious shrines and people-to-people exchanges.
He also urged the Centre to initiate steps with the Pakistan government on working out visa formalities once the corridor is completed.
