Jamshedpur Sikhs celebrate Guru Gobind Singh’s 357th ‘Parkash Purab’

Jamshedpur: Devotees from across the city came together at Gurudwaras to celebrate the 357th ‘Parkash Purab,’ marking the birth anniversary of the 10th Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh. The festivities included special prayer ceremonies, free langars, and distribution of prasad at Gurudwaras, reflecting the spirit of devotion and community.

Welknown personalities including Health Minister Banna Gupta, MP Bidhyut Baran Mahto, MLA Saryu Roy participated in the Nagar Kirtan.

Guru Gobind Singh, born on December 22, 1666, in Patna, established the ‘Khalsa Panth’ in 1699 to protect people from oppression, following in the footsteps of his father, Guru Tegh Bahadur, who dedicated his life to religious freedom.

Renowned Sikh preachers led recitations of sacred Gurubani Keertans at various Gurudwaras, aiming to instill the values of Guru Gobind Singh among the devotees. A religious procession, organized by the Central Gurudwara Prabandhak Committee, traversed through different areas, culminating at Sakchi Gurudwara.

Parmeet Kaur, a Sikh devotee, expressed, “We celebrate Guru Gobind Singh’s birth anniversary with happiness and devotion.” Giani Iqbal Singh, a Sikh leader, highlighted the annual religious procession and prayers as integral parts of the celebration.

In addition to prayers, Sikh martial art forms like ‘Gatka’ were performed by trained professionals, symbolizing victory over evil. All 33 Gurudwaras in the district adorned festive decorations, hosting religious congregations and langars as part of the joyous celebrations.

Guru Gobind Singh, the transformative force behind Sikh faith, created the Khalsa in 1699—a community of faithful individuals identifiable by visible symbols of their faith and trained as warriors. The celebrations extended to Sakchi Gurudwara, where a two-day congregation recognized participants of the religious procession for their performances.

Khalsa Club distributes snacks and water during grand Nagar Kirtan

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Jamshedpur, Jan 17: In a noble gesture of community service, Bistupur Khalsa Club actively participated in the grand Nagar kirtan dedicated to the 357th Prakash Parv of Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj. The club generously distributed five thousand packets of snacks and drinking water bottles to school children and the devoted Sangat involved in the event.

Representatives of the Khalsa Club, including Trustee Sardar Santa Singh, President Bhagwant Singh Ruby, Vice President Jyotindra Singh Babbu, General Secretary Narendra Singh, and Secretary Kulwinder Singh, played a pivotal role in orchestrating this act of benevolence. On behalf of the club, flowers and sweet prasad of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji were presented during the event.

Trustee Santa Singh took the opportunity to extend heartfelt congratulations to CGPC President Bhagwan Singh and other office bearers, as well as the Sangat, on the auspicious occasion of the Prakash Parv of Shri Govind Singh Ji Maharaj.

A team of dedicated individuals, including Gurmeet Singh Ladi, Surinder Singh, Sarabjit Singh Lali, Manjeet Singh, Nihal Singh, Sarabjit Singh, Bhagwant Singh, HS Bedi, Satwaran Singh, Daljit Singh, and their wives, actively served during the event, ensuring the smooth execution of the distribution.

 

 

Joginder Singh embellishes Palki Sahib Path with exquisite flowers

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Jamshedpur, Jan 17: In a captivating display of devotion and dedication, Joginder Singh Jogi, Senior Vice President of Sakchi Gurudwara and Vice President of CGPC, took part in the Nagar Kirtan organized by Telco on Wednesday. His service involved the artful placement of flowers along the path of Palki Sahib, extending from the starting point to its final destination.

Jogi, enthusiastic about enhancing the spiritual journey, shared that he personally sourced 10 distinct species of flowers from Kolaghat, West Bengal. These unique floral varieties, not commonly found in Jamshedpur, added a touch of exclusivity to the Nagar Kirtan. Jogi expressed that, despite having rendered similar services in the past, this particular instance marked an extraordinary and enchanting experience for the Sangat of Jamshedpur. (w/nm)

Amrit Sanchar ceremony at Telco Gurudwara on Prakashotsav

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Jamshedpur, Jan 17: In commemoration of the auspicious occasion of Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj’s Prakashotsav, a special Amrit Sanchar (ceremony of nectar) is set to take place at Telco Gurudwara on Friday, January 19. As a symbol of devotion and spiritual commitment, a sacred container of nectar will be prepared, and devotees will have the opportunity to partake in this revered ceremony.

Organized by Akali Dal, Jamshedpur, in collaboration with Telco Gurudwara Management Committee (TGPC), the Amrit Sanchar will be conducted from 1 pm onwards on the specified date. The event aims to bestow the gift of becoming Khalsa upon aspiring devotees through the sacred act of drinking Amrit within the Gurudwara premises.

Ravinderpal Singh of Akali Dal shared details about the event, emphasizing the significance of this spiritual offering on Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj’s birth anniversary. Sukhdev Singh Khalsa, also from Akali Dal, extended an appeal to the Sikh Sangat, urging them to participate in large numbers, embrace the divine nectar, and adorn themselves as Gursikhs. The hope is that this collective act of devotion will inspire fellow Sikhs on this sacred occasion.

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