PM Modi, Shah pay tribute to Guru Tegh Bahadur
Top leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, on Friday paid tributes to Sikh Guru Teg Bahadur on the auspicious occasion of Parkash Purab.
"On the auspicious Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, I pay my humble tributes to one of the greatest spiritual torchbearers of our land. His life epitomises courage and compassionate service. He was unwavering in fighting injustice. May his teachings continue to inspire us all in building a society he envisioned," the PM posted on X.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said he bowed in reverence to the great Sikh Guru who is an epitome of courage, sacrifice and unwavering devotion to dharma.
"His supreme sacrifice for protecting religious freedom and human rights stands as a shining example of India's spiritual strength and unity in diversity. His life continues to inspire generations to stand for justice and righteousness," the Defence Minister said.
Similarly, the Home Minister, in a heartfelt post on X, said Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji made Sikhism synonymous with the protection of self-culture by making the society aware of wrongdoing, injustice, and oppression.
"Today, on his Prakash Parv, I remember him and pay my respects. The sacrifice of the Guru, who stood firm for his culture and self-respect in the face of fanatic invaders, will continue to inspire human society to protect their religion for eternity," he said.
Guru Tegh Bahadur was the ninth Sikh Guru, known for his spiritual teachings and unwavering stand for religious freedom. He opposed the forced conversions under Mughal rule and sacrificed his life to uphold the right to practice one’s faith. His martyrdom is remembered as a powerful symbol of courage and tolerance.
