Punjab Governor pays obeisance at Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib, participates in Nagar Kirtan
Bahadurjeet Singh/royalpatiala.in News/ Sri Anandpur Sahib, July 11,2025
The Governor of Punjab Gulab Chand Kataria, today visited Sri Anandpur Sahib where he paid obeisance at the revered Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib. On this sacred occasion, the Governor was honored with a Siropa in recognition of his visit.
Kataria also participated in the Nagar Kirtan that commenced from Sri Anandpur Sahib and is en route to Gurdwara Tal Sahib in Agra. The religious procession holds profound historical and spiritual significance as it marks the beginning of commemorative events related to the 350th martyrdom anniversary of the Ninth Sikh Guru, Hind Di Chadar Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji.
Speaking on the occasion, the Governor stated that July 11 holds great importance in Sikh history. It was on this very day that Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji departed from Sri Anandpur Sahib to offer his supreme sacrifice in Delhi for the protection of religious freedom and human dignity.
He emphasized that Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji’s unparalleled sacrifice not only upheld the principles of dharm and righteousness but also safeguarded humanity at large. When Kashmiri Pandits sought protection for their faith, it was the young Guru Gobind Rai—just nine years old—who urged his father to take a stand against oppression. Guru Sahib responded with great courage and embraced martyrdom at Chandni Chowk, Delhi, along with his devoted disciples Bhai Mati Das Ji, Bhai Sati Das Ji, and Bhai Dayala Ji.
After Guru Sahib’s martyrdom, Bhai Jaita Ji ( Baba Jiwan Singh Ji) brought Guru Sahib’s Shees back to Sri Anandpur Sahib—a moment etched forever in the annals of spiritual valor and sacrifice.
The Governor mentioned that commemorative events marking the 350th martyrdom anniversary will be held in November 2025 and that similar observances are taking place across various parts of the world to honor the legacy of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji and his companions.
Recollecting his earlier visits to this holy land, the Governor expressed that bowing at Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib once again today brought him immense spiritual peace and reverence.
Deputy Commissioner Varjeet Walia, SSP Gulneeet Singh Khurana, SP Meena,,Additional Deputy Commissioner, Pooja Syal,SP Gurdeep Singh Gosal ,SDM Jaspreet Singh DSP Ajay Singh were also present on the occasion.
