The Glorious History of Sacrifice for the Protection of One’s Faith Must Be Effectively Reached to Every Section – CM Fadnavis

‘Hind Di Chadar Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji’s 350th Martyrdom Commemoration’

Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji’s contribution to humanity, truth and protection of religion is invaluable – Union Minister Nitin Gadkari

Maharashtra and Punjab stopped the attacks on Indian culture and religion – Sant Gyani Harnam Singh Ji

Nagpur, Dec 2025 : The Mughals carried atrocities to the extreme on Indian culture, religion, thought and language. The Mughals were adamant about wiping out Indian culture itself. In such difficult times, Hind Di Chadar Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Singh Sahib Ji came forward as a shield. Through his sacrifice, he preserved Hindu religion along with the culture of Kashmiri Pandits. The glorious history of the sacrifice of Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Singh Sahib Ji, who is the symbol of protection of faith and tolerance, will be delivered to everyone including school students, asserted Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.

He was speaking at the grand ceremony organized at Sureshchandra Suri Ground at Nara in Nagpur on the occasion of the ‘350th Martyrdom Commemoration of Hind Di Chadar Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji’. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, Guardian Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule, Water Resources Minister Girish Mahajan, Minority Development Minister Adv. Manikrao Kokate, Minister of State Madhuri Misal, Shri Sant Gyani Harnam Singh Ji, religious leader Dr. Babusing Maharaj from Poharadevi, Sant Baba Balwinder Singh Ji, Baba Sukhinder Singh Ji Maan, Ramsingh Ji Maharaj, Sunil Ji Maharaj, Regional Committee President Gurmeet Singh Khokar, Vijay Satbir Singh, Akhil Bharatiya Dharm Jagran Chief Sharad Dhole, Mahendra Raichura, Municipal Commissioner Dr. Abhijit Chaudhari, Police Commissioner Ravindra Kumar Singhal, District Collector Dr. Vipin Itankar and State-level Coordinator of the ceremony Rameshwar Naik along with office-bearers were prominently present.

There is diversity within the Sikh community. The Sikligar community provided weapons to the Sikh community. The Banjara community kept its devotion towards the Sikh Gurus and their thoughts alive. As per the principle of “Ek Omkar Satnam”, the spirit of unity in diversity has been imprinted on society through the medium of Langar, said Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. Such a great sacrifice for religion is not found anywhere in the world. Even after sacrifice, the words of humanity and prayers for humanity in Gurbani touch everyone’s heart. Especially, countless verses of Sant Namdev Maharaj are included in Gurbani and he is worshipped with the same humility – this is even more significant, he said.

With the aim of ensuring that this glorious history of the Sikh community reaches every section of society, grand programs are being organized in Nanded and Navi Mumbai–Kharghar to pay tribute, he added.

Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji’s contribution for humanity, truth and protection of religion is invaluable – Union Minister Nitin Gadkari

The contribution of Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji for humanity, truth and protection of religion is known to all. The promise quoted in the Bhagavad Gita was reaffirmed by Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib through the protection of religion. Whenever unrighteousness overpowers righteousness and attacks occur, I will rush to protect – this assurance was given by Lord Krishna in the Gita, Union Minister Gadkari recalled in his speech. About three and a half centuries ago, the Mughals attacked religion and culture themselves. This attack was repelled by Guru Tegh Bahadur Singh through his sacrifice. Through this grand event, the Maharashtra government has carried this important historical episode to the new generation. The inspiration, work and achievements of Guru Tegh Bahadur Singh Sahib will remain inspirational for future generations, said Union Minister Gadkari. Through this program, devotees from across the state who have faith in Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji were brought together – a commendable achievement, he added.

Maharashtra and Punjab stopped the attacks on Indian culture and religion – Sant Gyani Harnam Singh Ji

India, which respected all streams of thought, diversity, religions, castes and sects, was attacked by the Mughals who committed severe atrocities. They tried to destroy the harmony of Hindu religion. While paying tribute to the bravery with which Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji had to sacrifice himself for the protection of religion, the cruelty of the Mughals can never be forgotten, said Sant Gyani Harnam Singh Ji.

Following one’s religion is everyone’s duty. Creating followers through wealth, temptation or force does not exist in any religion. There is no place for coercion in religion – this must be understood. The attacks made by the Mughals on Indian culture and religion were repelled by Maharashtra and Punjab, because of which we are witnessing today’s India, he said. Maharashtra is the land of the brave, the saints, and of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, he said, also paying tribute to the valor of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.

The Sikh community has the tradition of Ardas. Many sects worship through Ardas. Banjara, Sikligar, Sindhi, Labana and Mohyal communities are all united in this. Chief Minister Fadnavis has done the great work of uniting these communities and delivering justice to them, he praised.

At the beginning of the program, all dignitaries paid homage to Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji and all the Gurus. Several revered saints were present on the occasion.

Unprecedented Response by Nagpur Residents, A Display of Discipline

On the occasion of the Hind Di Chadar Sammagam, the event organized at Nara today received an unprecedented response, with Nagpur residents showcasing exemplary discipline. The parking slots arranged at various locations at the venue were filled by morning itself. Keeping the situation in mind, the police ensured systematic planning, security, and crowd control through CCTV surveillance using mobile vans at multiple locations to prevent any untoward incidents. Under the guidance of Police Commissioner Ravindra Kumar Singhal, police officers and personnel guided the crowd with respectful conduct.

For the devotees arriving for the program, facilities such as tea, drinking water, biscuits, shoe-stalls, e-rickshaw services and medical services were provided through public participation. A separate grand facility was established through the Chief Minister’s Medical Assistance Cell. As the Langar arrangement was also strong, about one and a half lakh people received prasad and dispersed in an orderly manner within just a few hours.