KARNAL, Haryana, India—Following massive celebrations in Patna, State of Haryana is now also going to hold a state level functions to celebrate Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s parkash purab. Celebrations will take place on February 12 at the new grain market of Karnal.
Various programs are being organized in Haryana, along with a nagar kirtan. “Sikh devotees can expect Haryana to be decorated in Khalsa colours to mark the 350th anniversary celebrations,” said D.S. Dhesi, who is heading the committee to oversee the preparations.
“Various programs are being organized throughout the State, including seminars, painting and photography competitions and traditional martial arts. Besides, some roads in the State would be named after Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji,” he told Sikh24 on February 9.
SGPC President Prof. Kirpal Singh Badungar has been invited by the Haryana government at the state level celebrations. He was invited as a chief guest by the BJP led state government of Haryana.
Confirming the development with Sikh24, SGPC Chief Secretary Harcharan Singh said that with Waheguru’s blessings, Haryana’s Chief minister Manohar Lal Khattar is holding these celebrations. He said that several SGPC officials will be present during the celebrations. He also appealed to the Sikh masses to attend the functions.