Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday highlighted the wealthy legacy of the Sikh custom, emphasising their resilience in opposed circumstances. He praised the group for not solely preserving their traditions but additionally inspiring others via their sacrifices for the nation and their religion.
Addressing the primary occasion of Veer Bal Diwas (Sahibzada Diwas) held on the chief minister’s residence, he remarked, “The Sikh group has a wonderful historical past, but we hear that solely a handful of Sikh households stay in Kabul. Incidents in Bangladesh and atrocities in Pakistan remind us of the sacrifices of the Sikh gurus.”
“The beliefs of the Sikh Gurus present us with the vitality to maneuver ahead. Their blessings function our inspiration. By carrying ahead their legacy, we are able to stop conditions like these in Kabul and Bangladesh. Locations like Nankana Sahib will come to us naturally, with out the necessity for agitation or wrestle,” the chief minister added, in line with a press release.
The occasion additionally noticed a historic gathering and the graduation of 11,000 ‘sahaj paaths’. Moreover, the chief minister launched a e-book primarily based on the teachings of Guru Teg Bahadur.
Chief Minister Adityanath praised the Sikh group as a resilient and affluent section of the nation, setting exemplary requirements via their energy, dedication and laborious work. “At one time, Sikhs safeguarded India by becoming a member of the Military in vital numbers. But, there are forces conspiring to undermine their efforts, trying to entrap the youth in drug abuse,” he stated.
He emphasised the necessity to determine and stay vigilant in opposition to such adversaries. “Sikhs and Hindus complement one another. We should keep away from those that search to create discord between us. Might Guru Maharaj grant us the knowledge to tell apart between associates and foes,” he stated, stressing unity.
Reflecting on previous occasions, the chief minister famous that in 2019, in the course of the 550th Prakash Parv of Guru Nanak Dev, a ‘shabad-kirtan’ programme was held at his residence. Since 2020, the annual observance of Veer Bal Diwas has turn out to be a convention on the chief minister’s residence, he stated.
“Right now, this occasion has grown right into a nationwide observance. On at the present time, two “sahibzaades” (sons) of Guru Gobind Singh — Baba Zorawar Singh and Fateh Singh — had been walled up alive by Wazir Khan,” he added.
The chief minister additionally recounted the sacrifices made in the course of the Battle of Chamkaur, the place Guru Gobind Singh’s elder sons, Baba Ajit Singh and Baba Jujhar Singh, attained martyrdom.
“Maa Gujri couldn’t endure the immense ache of those losses. The struggling they endured is past creativeness.
“But, their unwavering dedication to defending the nation and faith remained steadfast. By sacrificing their lives, the 4 Sahibzaades laid a strong basis for safeguarding the nation and its values. Their bravery continues to be a supply of pleasure, not only for the Sikh group but additionally for the whole nation,” he stated.
Highlighting Sikhism’s origins rooted in service to the nation and faith, Chief Minister Adityanath remarked, “Guru Nanak Dev was the primary to face in opposition to Babar’s atrocities. Guru Arjun Dev’s martyrdom in Lahore was to guard India from Jahangir’s tyranny.
“Guru Teg Bahadur sacrificed his life however upheld India’s honour, guaranteeing that Kashmir remained an integral a part of India. Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj witnessed the last word sacrifice of his sons and father for the nation,” Adityanath stated.
The chief minister additionally famous that this yr marks the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Teg Bahadur. Recalling the historic significance of the UP capital, he stated, “Lucknow is lucky that Guru Teg Bahadur ji had come right here with Guru Gobind Singh ji. To honour this heritage, a complete plan for the beautification of related gurudwaras must be ready in collaboration with the municipal company.”
He assured monetary help from the state authorities and urged coordinated efforts, saying, “The duty should not be handed round. The state authorities, municipal company and growth authority ought to work collectively to rehabilitate shopkeepers by setting up high-rise buildings or malls on their land. Gurudwaras linked to this historic legacy have to be aesthetically enhanced.”
