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Chandigarh Gurdwara to Mark 350th Shaheedi Diwas with Week-Long Samagam

Special Akhand Path, Kirtan Diwans and Light & Sound Show planned in Sector 8, Chandigarh Chandigarh, 22 November 2025: Gurdwara Patshahi Dasvin, Sector 8, Chandigarh, has announced an extensive series of religious programmes to commemorate the 350th Shaheedi Diwas of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji. The Gurmat Samagam, which began on 17 November 2025, will continue until 25 November 2025. As part of the observance, a special Akhand Path Sahib commenced on 21 November 2025. This was followed by an evening Diwan featuring Gurbani Kirtan by noted Ragis, including Bhai Harmanjit Singh “Paara”, Bhai Gurnoor Singh, Bhai Balbir Singh, and Bhai Simranjeet Singh. A dedicated Light and Sound Show illustrating the life, sacrifices, and spiritual legacy of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji was also organised, offering the Sangat an immersive experience into the historical significance of the occasion. Read More: Grand Nagar Kirtan Marks 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur Extending an open invitation to the community, the management urged the Sangat to participate in the spiritually enriching events. Sh. Sukhjinder Singh Behl, President of Gurdwara Patshahi Dasvin, said the initiative reflects the Gurdwara’s ongoing commitment to community engagement and to honouring this historic milestone. The concluding day of the week-long Samagam will be 25 November 2025, marked by the Bhog of Akhand Path Sahib, followed by a special Diwan. Prominent Ragi Jathas set to perform include Bhai Charanjit Singh (Kotli Anandpur Sahib), Bhai Inder Singh (Ludhiana), Bhai Harpal Singh (Hazoori Ragi Sri Darbar Sahib), and Bhai Karnail Singh (Mohali). The series of events is being organised under the patronage of Sh. Bhag Singh and Sh. Satnam Singh Randhawa, highlighting collective efforts to pay tribute to the supreme sacrifice of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji.

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Week-Long Gurmat Samagam Begins in Chandigarh on the 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib

Darpan News Network / November 19, 2025

Nagar Kirtan, Spiritual Discourses, Theatre Play and Special Kirtan Events to Commemorate the Ninth Guru’s Suprem Chandigarh, November 19, 2025:The Chandigarh Gurdwara Establishment Committee, Sector 22-D, has announced a week-long Gurmat Samagam dedicated to the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji. The religious events will take place from November 19 to November 25, 2025. This information was shared by the Committee’s General Secretary, Sardar Gurjot Singh Sahni, during a press conference held at Sri Guru Gobind Singh Public School, Sector 35, Chandigarh. Sahni stated that the purpose of the week-long observance is to inspire the Sangat with Gurmat principles, values of sacrifice, and universal human ethics. The main venues of the samagam include Sri Guru Gobind Singh Public School, Sector 35-B, Gurdwara Sahib Sector 37-C, Gurdwara Sahib Sector 22-D, and other associated Gurmat institutions. The samagam commenced on November 19 at the school, featuring performances by Bhai Sukhdeep Singh, Bhai Lakhwinder Singh, Bhai Harjot Singh Jakhmi, Bhai Ravinder Singh, and other renowned Katha-vachaks and Ragi jathas. Their soulful Kirtan enlightened the congregation. The chief guest for the inaugural event was Dr. Iqbal Singh Lalpura, former IPS officer and former Chairperson of the National Commission for Minorities. On November 20, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, a theatrical presentation titled “Shahadat Patshahi Nauvin” will be staged. Written by Baljinder Singh Darapuri and directed by Baninderjit Singh Banni, the play depicts Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji’s supreme martyrdom, protection of human rights, and the immortal message of religious freedom. The event will be presided over by Sardar Paramjit Singh Sarna, former President of DSGMC. On November 21, a grand Nagar Kirtan will start at 11 am from Gurdwara Sahib Sector 22-D, passing through Sector 22 Market, Sector 17 Plaza, Sector 18, Sector 19, Sector 35, and concluding at Sector 37. Gatka teams, school students, Kirtan jathas, and a large number of devotees will participate. November 22 will feature youth-focused Gurmat seminars at Gurdwara Sahib Sector 22-D, while November 23 will include the conclusion of Sehaj Paath, special Kirtan, a religious exhibition, and Gurmat lectures. On November 24, discourses on Seva, Panthic discipline, and unity will be delivered.The samagam will conclude on November 25 at Gurdwara Sahib Sector 37-C with Akhand Paath Bhog, Kirtan, Ardas, and Guru Ka Langar, attended by senior religious representatives. Sardar G.S. Sahni appealed to the Sangat of Chandigarh and nearby areas to participate with devotion and make this historic commemoration successful in honor of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji.