CHANDIGARH: The Governor of Punjab and Administrator of UT Chandigarh, Sh. Banwari Lal Purohit, paid a visit to the revered Gurudwara Paonta Sahib today. During his visit, he offered prayers and sought blessings for the welfare and prosperity of the people of Punjab.
Sh. Purohit was warmly welcomed by the Gurudwara authorities and the Sikh Sangat. He participated in the religious rituals with great reverence.
“Gurudwara Ponta Sahib holds a special place in the hearts of millions. It is a beacon of spiritual guidance and moral strength, ” stated Governor Purohit. “I seek the blessings of the Almighty for the chardikala (ever-rising spirits) and welfare of the people of Punjab. May we continue to live in harmony and work towards the collective prosperity of our State.”
About Gurudwara Paonta Sahib:
Gurudwara Paonta Sahib, located on the banks of the Yamuna River in Himachal Pradesh, is a significant Sikh pilgrimage site. It commemorates the stay of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Sikh Guru, and serves as a spiritual and historical landmark. This site was Guru Gobind Singh’s home for over four years and it was here that he wrote the Dasam Granth. Hence, the Gurdwara enjoys a high historic and religious importance among the followers of the Sikh religion world over.