Jalandhar, June 21 (IANS) Affirming that Punjab not only “protects India’s borders but also safeguards the soul of India”, BJP President Nitin Nabin on Sunday said bringing the state out of the present crisis and making it secure, prosperous and strong is the core agenda of the BJP. He was interacting with saints and spiritual leaders from across the state at the Sant Sammelan in Jalandhar.“Punjab is not merely a state; it is the land of the Gurus’ teachings, the penance of saints, and…
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Amritsar, June 20 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) national President Nitin Nabin on Saturday commenced his three-day maiden visit to Punjab by paying obeisance at the Golden Temple here. Speaking to the media after bowing his head at Sri Darbar Sahib, he said that just as Maharaja Ranjit Singh gave a unique governance identity to Punjab, the BJP wanted to create the Punjab of his dreams.“I have been blessed with the opportunity to offer prayers at Sri Harmander Sahib, for peace, prosperity…
Chandigarh, June 10 (IANS) Punjab BJP President Kewal Singh Dhillon on Wednesday said India has emerged as a global leader in digital transactions under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Marking PM Modi’s completion of 12 years of service to the nation, Dhillon paid obeisance at a gurdwara and offered prayers for the continued well-being, prosperity and success of the Prime Minister, the country, Punjab and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).On the occasion, he offered an ardas (pr…
Chandigarh, May 30 (IANS) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday lauded the Sikh community’s unparalleled contribution to the nation, saying their legacy of courage, sacrifice and unwavering commitment to the protection of faith continues to inspire generations and remains a matter of pride for every Indian. Addressing a ‘Dhanyawad’ programme organised by the Sikh Sangat here, the Chief Minister said the Sikh community has set extraordinary examples of bravery and self-sacrif…
Patna, April 16 (IANS) Soon after assuming office, Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary visited Takht Sri Harimandir Sahib in Patna on Thursday, marking his first visit to the revered Sikh shrine as CM.Arriving at around 1 p.m., he entered the Darbar Sahib and bowed his head in reverence before Guru Maharaj, seeking blessings for the prosperity and development of Bihar.A large number of BJP supporters were also present during his visit.Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said that Indi…
Chandigarh, April 14 (IANS) Hundreds of devotees on Tuesday thronged gurudwaras across Punjab and Haryana to celebrate Baisakhi, one of the biggest festivals that marks the foundation day of the Khalsa Panth (Sikh order) by Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh Guru. It also marks the start of harvest season. The Golden Temple in Amritsar, one of Sikhism’s holiest shrines, was tastefully decorated, and a huge number of devotees came before dawn to offer prayers.The Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Comm…
Kurukshetra, April 13 (IANS) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday said that both the Central and state governments are working continuously to spread the principles and teachings of the Sikh Gurus to every section of society. He added that these efforts were further strengthening the preservation and promotion of the Guru tradition and the country’s rich cultural heritage.The Chief Minister was addressing a gathering at the state-level Baisakhi Mahotsav, organised by the A…
New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) A delegation of Sikh devotees on Thursday departed for Pakistan from Gurdwara Rakab Ganj Sahib here to visit their holy places on the occasion of the coming festival of Baisakhi. A total of 2,840 devotees from across the country are part of the pilgrimage, including 409 participants from Delhi.A devotee setting off on the journey said: “It is a matter of great joy that, following ‘Operation Sindoor,’ the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee made representations …
Chandigarh, Jan 30 (IANS) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday called upon the youth to make knowledge, humility, success, sensitivity, inner strength and a spirit of selfless service an integral part of their lives, stating that these values form the true message and guiding path of India’s great Gurus. Addressing the 61st foundation day of Sri Guru Gobind Singh College here, the Chief Minister announced a grant of Rs 11 lakh for the Sikh Education Society. He expressed pride an…
New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) BJP legislator from Gandhi Nagar Arvinder Singh Lovely on Tuesday called for repair and revival of the Guru Tegh Bahadur memorial in Delhi so that it could host annual events to highlight the Sikh Guru’s sacrifice. He praised Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and PM Narendra Modi for recognising the Sikh Gurus’ sacrifices.Speaking in the Assembly’s Winter Session, Lovely praised PM Modi and CM Gupta for their understanding of the country’s history, sentiments and recognisi…