 Early Times Report
CHANDIGARH, May 30: Haryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday lauded the Sikh community's unparalleled contribution to the nation, saying its legacy of courage, sacrifice and unwavering commitment to the protection of faith continues to inspire generations and remains a matter of pride for every Indian.
Addressing a 'Dhanyawad' Programme organised by the Sikh Sangat at Haryana Niwas in Chandigarh, the Chief Minister said the Sikh community has set extraordinary examples of bravery and self-sacrifice throughout history. The Sikh community laid down its lives in defence of faith but never bowed before oppression. Their glorious heritage, sacrifices and valour are a source of immense pride for the entire nation, he said.
On the occasion, members of the Sikh Sangat honoured the Chief Minister by presenting him with a Kirpan and a Siropa.
The Chief Minister said that from Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism, to Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Sikh Guru, the Guru Sahiban guided humanity on the path of service, equality and courage. He said the supreme sacrifice of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, revered as 'Hind Di Chadar', and the martyrdom of the four Sahibzadas formed an integral part of the great Guru tradition that protected the nation and upheld its spiritual and cultural values.
PM Modi-led Government Undertaking Historic Measures to Preserve and Promote Sikh Heritage
Highlighting the Centre's initiatives, the Chief Minister said that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi, unprecedented efforts are being made to preserve and promote India's religious and cultural heritage.
He said the Ministry of Tourism has approved the development of the Sri Anandpur Sahib, Sri Fatehgarh Sahib, Sri Chamkaur Sahib, Ferozepur, Amritsar, Khatkar Kalan, Kalanaur, Patiala Heritage Circuit under the Swadesh Darshan Scheme. |
