On the solemn occasion of Sri Guru Angad Dev Ji’s Jyoti Jyot Divas, a galaxy of Union Ministers and Chief Ministers took to social media to pay homage to the second Guru of Sikhism. This annual remembrance revives the profound impact of his life and teachings on India’s cultural and spiritual fabric.
Amit Shah, the Union Home Minister, shared a poignant tribute on X, crediting Guru Angad Dev with inventing the Gurmukhi script that preserved Guru Nanak’s divine words. Shah lauded the Guru’s reinforcement of community kitchens and gatherings, symbols of selfless service and egalitarianism that resonate deeply today.
Nitin Gadkari, overseeing roads and highways, extended his pranaam. Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the Agriculture Minister, portrayed the Guru as a trinity of faith, spirituality, and innovation, offering floral tributes at his feet.
From Uttar Pradesh BJP chief Pankaj Chaudhary to Haryana’s CM Nayab Saini and UP’s Yogi Adityanath, leaders invoked the Guru’s commitment to human welfare. Saini called for renewed pledges to unity and brotherhood, while Yogi highlighted the Guru’s disciplined life as a model for societal cohesion.
As political leaders unite in reverence, Guru Angad Dev’s legacy of innovation, service, and unity inspires millions, bridging generations and fostering national harmony.