Advertisement

Updated November 19th, 2021 at 10:39 IST

PM Modi, HM Amit Shah and other leaders extend greetings on Guru Nanak Jayanti

Guru Nanak Jayanti which is also known as 'Gurpurab' marks the birth anniversary of Sri Guru Nanak Dev, the founder of Sikhism and the first of 10 Sikh Gurus.

Reported by: Nikita Bishay
PM Modi
Image: Shutterstock/PTI | Image:self
Advertisement

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday extended his greetings on the occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti, recalling Guru Nanak's pious thoughts and noble ideas. Taking to Twitter, PM Modi wrote, "His vision of a just, compassionate and inclusive society inspires us. Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s emphasis on serving others is also very motivating."

Apart from the Prime Minister, several other ministers and leaders also extended their greetings on the auspicious occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti, also called Gurpurab. Calling Guru Nanak a symbol of justice, righteousness, and compassion, Union Home minister Amit Shah said that Guru Nanak Dev will always inspire people.

Union Minister of Road, Transport, and Highways Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister of Tribal Affairs Arjun Munda, and BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad also took to social media to extend their wishes on the occasion.

 

 

Guru Nanak Jayanti, the birth anniversary of the Sikh Guru is considered one of the most important festivals for the Sikh community. The 552nd birth anniversary of Guru Nanak was celebrated today, November 19. 

Guru Nanak Jayanti

Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as 'Gurpurab' marks the birth anniversary of Sri Guru Nanak Dev who is known for laying the foundation of Sikhism. One of the holiest festivals of the Sikh community, Gurupurab falls on the full moon of Kartik Purnima which is 18 days after Diwali. 

Born in 1469 in a village called Nankana Sahib, Guru Nanak Dev was the first of the ten gurus of Sikhs and is known for his political, social, and spiritual beliefs across the world. His birthplace Nankana Sahib, now located in Pakistan, is one of the holiest sites for Sikhs. His teachings are preached worldwide and are also collected in the sacred scripture, the Guru Granth Sahib, written in Gurmukhi. 

Meanwhile, celebrations of Guru Nanak Jayanti are carried out with much enthusiasm across the world by the Sikh community. As a part of it, 'Akhand Path' for 48 hours is held followed by a procession called 'Nagarkirtan', a day before Guru Nanak Jayanti takes place. During this while, the holy Guru Granth Sahib is placed in a palanquin and taken out in a procession.

(Image: Shutterstock/PTI)

Advertisement

Published November 19th, 2021 at 10:39 IST

Your Voice. Now Direct.

Send us your views, we’ll publish them. This section is moderated.

Advertisement
Advertisement

Trending Quicks

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Rajya Sabha MP Keshava Rao is set to join the Congress party.
a minute ago
Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir
3 minutes ago
Byju's leadership dispute
3 minutes ago
Lok Sabha Elections 2024 LIVE
10 minutes ago
Xiaomi 14 Ultra
11 minutes ago
Sunita Kejriwal urged people to send ‘messages of support’ to Delhi CM
12 minutes ago
Allu Arjun Unveils His Wax Statue At Madame Tussauds In Dubai
13 minutes ago
Piyush Kumar, GATE 2024 CSIT Topper
16 minutes ago
A poster of Crew
18 minutes ago
How to Keep Yourself Safe from Unhealthy Air?
20 minutes ago
Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Whatsapp logo