Srinagar January 04 (KNS): The birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh Ji – the 10th Guru of Sikhs – was celebrated with religious fervor and devotion across Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday.
Despite the cold, devotees thronged the Gurudwaras to attend special prayers and sermons.
A large number of Sikhs from across Kashmir joined the special prayers at Shaheed Bunga Guruduwara Barzulla.
S. Baldev Singh Raina , Chairman of Peaks Group of Companies and United Kashmiri Sikh Progressive Forum (UKSPF) has greeted the people especially the Sikhs of J&K on the auspicious occasion.
"We should follow the footprints of Gobind Singh Ji and learn from his sacrifices which he made for the well being of humanity, with respect to all communities and Guru Ji adorned the Sikhs with the five Ks and transformed them into a martial community for the
protection of humanity without any bias of caste, creed or religion," he said.
He also said, Guru Gobind Singh Ji is an epitome of selfless service and righteousness. He said, Guru Gobind Singh will continue to inspire the people to lead a life of service for the greater good. He requested to follow the footprints of Gobind Singh Ji and learn from his sacrifices which he made for the well being of humanity, with respect to all communities.
He urged the people especially the members of Sikh community should learn from the sacrifices offered by Guru Ji and his accomplices. He said the teachings of Guru Ji are very much relevant even in the contemporary time adding the people would prosper if they follow the teachings in letter and spirit.
On this occasion he prayed for peace and prosperity of the J&K.(KNS)