President Droupadi Murmu Extends Greetings on Guru Nanak Jayanti as Devotees Offer Prayers Across the Country
President urges citizens to follow Guru Nanak Dev’s teachings of truth, justice, and compassion as devotees offer prayers at Golden Temple and other gurdwaras nationwide
New Delhi, Nov 5: President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday extended her warm greetings to citizens on the auspicious occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti (Gurpurab) and urged people to imbibe the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji to build a peaceful and harmonious society.
In a message shared on X, the President said,
“On the auspicious occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all Indians living in India and abroad, especially our Sikh brothers and sisters.”
Highlighting the timeless relevance of Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s teachings, President Murmu said the occasion inspires everyone to embrace the ideals of truth, justice, compassion, and equality.
“His message teaches us that living a life based on truth, justice, and compassion is the true measure of success. His teachings emphasise one God and human equality. He inspires us to live with honesty and share resources with one another,” she said.
The President urged citizens to follow the Guru’s path to create a more peaceful and prosperous nation.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta also extended her greetings on the sacred occasion. In a post on X, she wrote,
“Naam Japo, Kirat Karo, Wand Chhako… Lakh Lakh Vadhaiyan to all on the Prakash Purab of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. Let us act upon the golden message of Guru Nanak Sahib Ji of the welfare of all humanity, honest labour, equality, and selfless service.”
Across the country, devotees marked Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti with deep devotion and enthusiasm. In Amritsar, thousands of devotees took holy dips in the Amrit Sarovar at the Golden Temple (Sri Harmandir Sahib) and paid obeisance to Guru Nanak Dev Ji. The shrine was beautifully illuminated as devotees participated in kirtans and langars (community feasts) throughout the day.
In Delhi, devotees thronged Gurudwara Rakab Ganj Sahib to offer prayers, while in Mumbai, large crowds gathered at Gurudwara Shri Dashmesh Darbar to mark the occasion.
Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti, also known as Gurpurab, commemorates the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus. The festival is celebrated globally with prayers, devotional singing, processions, and acts of service reflecting the Guru’s universal message of equality, humility, and devotion to God.
