Chandigarh, November 13:Punjab Governor and Administrator, UT Chandigarh, Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, described Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji as one of the world's greatest spiritual and social revolutionaries, who challenged centuries-old superstitions, blind rituals, caste discrimination and social inequalities and bestowed upon humanity the timeless message of truth, equality, compassion and universal brotherhood.
The Governor was addressing gathering during the Shabad Kirtan organised at Guru Nanak Dev Auditorium, Punjab Lok Bhavan, to commemorate the 557th Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. Hazoori Ragi Bhai Dilbag Singh Ji and his Jatha from Gurdwara Sri Ber Sahib, Sultanpur Lodhi, rendered soulful Shabad Kirtan, creating an atmosphere of deep spiritual devotion and reverence.
On the occasion, the Governor released the book “Sacred Land of Ik Onkar Sultanpur Lodhi: Divine Visuals of Historic Gurdwara Ber Sahib”, compiled by Punjab State Information Commissioner Shri Harpreet Singh Sandhu. The publication highlights the historical, cultural and spiritual significance of Sultanpur Lodhi and Gurdwara Sri Ber Sahib, where Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji spent nearly 14 significant years of his life.
Highlighting the spiritual significance of Sultanpur Lodhi, Shri Kataria said it holds a special place in Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji's life as it was on the sacred banks of the Kali Bein where Guru Sahib experienced a profound spiritual revelation. His divine message of ‘Ik Onkar’ laid the foundation of a transformative spiritual philosophy rooted in the oneness of the Almighty and the equality of all humanity, transcending divisions of caste, creed and religion.
The Governor said Guru Sahib inspired society to rise above blind beliefs, meaningless rituals and discrimination and embrace truthful living, rational thinking, honest labour and sincere devotion to the Almighty. His eternal teachings and exemplary life continue to illuminate the path of humanity even after five centuries.
Shri Kataria said Guru Sahib's divine teachings of ‘Kirat Karo, Naam Japo and Vand Chhako’ remain equally relevant in contemporary times. He described ‘Sarbat Da Bhala’ as a universal spiritual philosophy founded upon the principles of collective welfare, compassion and brotherhood, inspiring people to dedicate themselves to the well-being of the mankind.