Procession draws thousands as dignitaries join commemorations across Chandigarh.
Chandigarh:
A grand Nagar Kirtan was taken out on Friday to mark the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh Guru revered for defending human rights and upholding religious freedom. Organised by the Chandigarh Gurdwara Asthapan Committee, Sector 22-D, the procession witnessed participation from various gurdwara committees, religious bodies and social service organisations.
The event began with an Ardas by Singh Sahib Bhai Kuldeep Singh, Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Amritsar. A beautifully adorned Palki Sahib carrying Sri Guru Granth Sahib and accompanied by the Sachkhand Palki Sahib Jatha remained the spiritual centre of devotion for the sangat. The Panj Pyare led the procession, upholding the rich sanctity and tradition of Gurmat.
Several prominent personalities joined the commemorative Nagar Kirtan and paid floral tributes to Guru Tegh Bahadur. Among those present were Rajya Sabha MP Dr. Satnam Singh Sandhu, former Union Minister Pawan Kumar Bansal, Baba Gurdev Singh Nankasar, Chandigarh Congress President Sardar Harmohinder Singh Lucky, Chandigarh Mayor Harpreet Kaur Babla and former Punjab Cabinet Minister Sardar Daljit Singh Cheema.
The procession began from Sector 22-D and passed through key markets of Sectors 17, 18, 8, 7, 19, 27, 30, 20, 21, 22, 23 and 24. It concluded in the evening at Sector 37-C via Sector 36. Along the entire route, local gurdwara committees, market associations and social groups welcomed the devotees with langar and refreshments.
At the culmination of the event, Committee President Sardar Amarjit Singh Chadha and General Secretary Sardar Gurjot Singh Sohni expressed gratitude to the sangat and partner organisations for their support. Representatives from numerous religious, social and political organisations were also present, adding grace to the occasion. The committee additionally acknowledged the contribution of the Chandigarh Police Pipe Band.
