New Delhi, Dec. 27 (IANS) — President Droupadi Murmu sent a heartfelt message to the nation on Saturday, celebrating the Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Gobind Singh. Her post on X praised the tenth Guru’s courage, wisdom and lifelong dedication to justice, righteousness and human dignity.
In a brief post on X, President Murmu wrote, “Warm greetings to all on the sacred occasion of the Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji! With indomitable courage and rare sagacity he inspired people to live righteously, welded his followers into a force that would bravely take on far mightier adversaries as it was fired by the zeal to protect the ideals of justice and self‑respect.”
She added, “He is a symbol of grace amidst adversities and sacrifice for ideals. May his teachings for building a harmonious society based on unity, compassion and respect for all continue to guide humanity.”
Earlier the same day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also paid tribute to Sri Guru Gobind Singh during his celebration of the Guru’s Parkash Utsav. In a message shared on X, the Prime Minister highlighted how the Sikh Guru’s life and teachings inspire generations to uphold truth and safeguard human dignity.
Prime Minister Modi wrote on X, “On the sacred Parkash Utsav of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, we bow in reverence to him. He remains an embodiment of courage, compassion and sacrifice. His life and teachings inspire us to stand for truth, justice, righteousness and to protect human dignity. Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s vision continues to guide generations towards service and selfless duty. Here are pictures from my visit to the Takhat Sri Harimandir Ji Patna Sahib earlier this year, where I also had Darshan of the Holy Jore Sahib of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and Mata Sahib Kaur Ji.”
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also posted warm tributes to the Sikh Guru, recalling his ultimate sacrifices for faith, humanity and justice.
In his post on X (translated into English from Hindi), Shah said, “Heartfelt greetings on the Parkash Parv of the tenth Guru of Sikhism, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji. A symbol of struggle against injustice, resistance to oppression and protection of humanity, Guru Gobind Singh Ji made the supreme sacrifice of his four sons, Mata Gujri Ji, and his own life for religion and culture. Such unparalleled sacrifice in human history earned him the title ‘Sarvansdani’. Through the establishment of the Khalsa Panth, Guru Sahib strengthened Sikhism as a powerful pillar of service as well as defence, and his Panj Pyare became symbols of protection of human society across the country.”
Sri Guru Gobind Singh, born in 1666, was a pivotal figure in defining Sikh identity and values. As the founder of the Khalsa Panth, he championed equality, bravery and selfless service, urging followers to confront tyranny and injustice. His teachings remain relevant today, reinforcing themes of sacrifice, faith, and service to humanity.
The Parkash Utsav, celebrated nationwide with prayers, kirtans and tributes, honors one of India’s greatest spiritual and moral leaders.
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