In a poignant video message to the massive congregation in Navi Mumbai on March 1, Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated the 350th martyrdom day of Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji, revered as ‘Hind di Chadar.’ Greeting the devout gathering, he called participation in this sacred event a personal honor.
India’s past is woven with tales of bravery and unity, Modi reflected, and this Maharashtra-hosted samagam revives that spirit. The Gurus’ sacrifices were bolstered by societal solidarity across castes, instilling unwavering commitment to righteousness. Rituals under Guru Gobind Singh Ji amplified this great social yagna, a lesson vital for today’s India.
Modi traced the samagam’s path: from Nagpur’s sacred start, through Nanded’s historic Takht, to Navi Mumbai’s pinnacle. Spanning thousands of villages, it has disseminated the Guru’s heroic legacy, with special praise for Maharashtra’s organization.
Echoing nationwide tributes—like Kurukshetra’s spectacle—the Centre marks Sikh milestones grandly: Prakash Parvs, postage stamps, coins, and Veer Baal Diwas. Achievements include Kartarpur Corridor, Hemkunt enhancements, FCRA easings, and curriculum inclusions long awaited by the community.
Commitment shines in justice for 1984 riots via SITs, reopened cases, punishments, compensation, and commission strengthening. Swift actions in Afghanistan saved sacred texts and lives, CAA aided refugees, J&K rehab packages rolled out, OCI/visa norms relaxed, blacklists cleared, and diaspora travel streamlined.
Upholding Sikh aspirations is a sacred responsibility, Modi affirmed. Guru Teg Bahadur Ji’s values of standing for truth empower youth, transforming memory into action. With deep gratitude, he invoked the Sikh ardas, reinforcing national unity.