Massive Community Service at the Grounds for 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahibji

Over 2,000 students participate; District Collector appeals to join “Hind-De-Chadar” program in Nanded

Nanded, January 2026 : In commemoration of the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahibji, a grand religious and social event is scheduled on January 24 and 25, 2026, at the Public Works Department grounds (Modi Maidan) in the Asarjan area of Nanded. The program will be conducted strictly following the customs and traditions of Sikhism.

During the event, a replica of the Gurudwara (Darbar Sahib) will be installed on the grounds, requiring devotees to enter barefoot. To ensure the devotees’ safety and comfort, a special community service (Shramdaan) initiative was conducted today under the supervision of District Collector Rahul Kardile.

Approximately 2,000 students participated in the Shramdaan, including 1,500 from various schools across Nanded and 500 students from local academies. Municipal employees, officials, and staff from various government departments also joined. The volunteers removed stones and cleaned the entire ground, preparing it for the upcoming event.

The event was attended by several dignitaries, including Chief Minister’s Special Officer Rameshwar Naik, Mahendra Rai Chura of the Regional Religious Awareness Committee, Amol Ingle, General Manager of the District Industries Center, Tehsildar Anand Devulgaonkar, Education Officer Madhav Salgar, Red Cross representative Harshad Shah, Municipal Additional Commissioner Nilesh Sunkevar, and Deputy Education Officer Ramchandra Panchge.

Students from Khalsa High School, Rajarshi Public School, Nagarjuna High School, Sachkhand Public School, as well as trainees from the police recruitment academy, NGOs, Soldier Academy, Totevad Physical Academy, Nanded Physical Academy, and Garuda Physical Academy actively participated in the community service program.

Through this Shramdaan, participants experienced service to the Guru, devotion, and love for the community. As Nanded hosts an important Sikh religious seat, this martyrdom anniversary event holds exceptional significance. Devotees from various religions and communities are expected to participate. District Collector Rahul Kardile has urged everyone to attend the event in large numbers.

To ensure a smooth experience for the devotees entering barefoot, Modi Maidan was thoroughly cleaned. School students enthusiastically participated, contributing their labor as an act of service, expressing satisfaction in being part of the initiative.

This preparatory Shramdaan ensures that the grounds are safe, clean, and ready to host thousands of devotees during the commemorative event, reflecting the spirit of devotion, unity, and community service.