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PM’s absence in Anandpur Sahib a symbolic slip

The Tribune Editorial: Why was Anandpur Sahib not worthy of even a brief stop to honour Guru Tegh Bahadur on his 350th martyrdom day?

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Updated At : 02:08 AM Nov 26, 2025 IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s packed spiritual itinerary this week, marked by high-visibility visits to Ayodhya and Kurukshetra, has triggered an uncomfortable question in Punjab: Why was Anandpur Sahib not worthy of even a brief stop to honour Guru Tegh Bahadur on his 350th martyrdom day? The PM spoke eloquently of the Guru in Haryana, praising his unparalleled sacrifice to defend faith and freedom. Guru Tegh Bahadur gave up his head to protect the religious rights of another community. It is an act of courage and pluralism unmatched in world history. Unfortunately, the PM’s decision to skip the Gurus’ own land on this sacred occasion does not reflect the universality and inclusiveness of that sentiment.

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PM’s absence in Anandpur Sahib a symbolic slip

The Tribune Editorial: Why was Anandpur Sahib not worthy of even a brief stop to honour Guru Tegh Bahadur on his 350th martyrdom day?

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