Sikhs demand political reservation, place in JKPSC
Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Jan 5: Prakash Purab (birthday celebration) of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj, the 10th Guru of Sikhs and the founder of Khalsa Panth, was celebrated with great enthusiasm, religious fervour and devotion across the region today.
The main function in this connection was held at Gurdwara Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji at Chand Nagar (Lower Gumat), Jammu today. The celebration at Chand Nagar Gurdwara drew a large number of devotees from diverse backgrounds from various areas of Jammu and its surrounding villages and towns. Since early morning, the devotees started reaching Gurdwara for offering special prayers and seek blessings of the Great Guru. The Management and Celebrations Committee had highly decorated the Gurdwara on the occasion of Gurpurab.
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Local Ragi Jathas, including Bhai Rattan Singh and Bhai Karan Singh- both Hazuri Ragis of Gurdwara Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji and Parcharak Bhai Surjit Singh along with prominent Ragis and Parcharaks from outside Jammu and Kashmir, showcased their devotion through Shabad- Kirtans emphasizing life’s higher values and communal harmony.
Prominent Ragi Jatha of Bhai Jaskaran Singh of Patiala, Bhai Sukhjit Singh Hazuri Ragi Sri Darbar Sahib Amritsar and renowned Sikh preacher S Sarabjit Singh Dhunda, of Gurmat Gian Missionary College, Ludhiana were the main attraction for the Sikh Sangat of Jammu, who recited ‘Shabad-Kirtan’ and Gurvani, stating how Guru Gobind Singh Ji made profound sacrifices for society.
Balvinder Singh vice president DGPC Jammu highlighted significant Sikh issues like political reservation to the community, exclusion of Sikh youths of Valley from SRO-425, non-inclusion of Sikh member in JKPSC, exclusion of Punjabi language from JKUT official Bill 2020 etc.
He further underscored a perceived disconnect between the administration’s decisions and the mandate given by the Sikh community through the DGPC election. It highlighted the need for collaborative decision-making that respects the elected representatives and addresses the concerns of the Sikh community on various issues, he added.
DGPC in line with its commitment, honoured Sikh students excelling in various fields, presenting mementos to those who achieved academic excellence.
DGPC this time, also presented mementoes to various Sikh students who have excelled in sports as well as in the field of education, other renovation acclaimed by Government of India or other international organization.
Ranjit Singh Tohra, president DGPC Jammu shed light on Sri Guru Gobind Singh’s life history and unparalleled sacrifices made by great Guru. He also extended heartfelt gratitude to the civil as well as police administration, PDD, PHE, JMC, CMO Jammu, Fire Services deprtment, doctors who arranged free medical camp, Sewadars who prepared Langar and offered other services.
Surjit Singh general secretary who coordinated the stage stated that the event not only honoured the spiritual legacy of Guru Gobind Singh Ji but also addressed contemporary Sikh concerns, fostering unity and devotion among the participants. expressed gratitude to the Sangat, Sewadars for their contributions, emphasizing the collaborative efforts that made the celebration a success.
Besides DGPC members Ranvir Singh, Jt Secretary, Harjit Singh, Jagpal Singh cashier, Tejinder Singh, Avtar Singh , Balvinder Singh, Charanjit Singh Khalsa (Ex MLC), Varinder Singh Sonu, spokesperson PDP, Surinder Singh Shingari, Sunil Dimple and Kalbhushan Khajuria Joint Commissioner JMC were also present on the occasion.
Similar functions were held at various other places across the region today.
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