Haryana Assembly Passes Resolution to Commemorate 350th Martyrdom Year of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji

The Haryana State Assembly has unanimously passed a resolution to mark the 350th martyrdom year of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, the Ninth Sikh Guru. The decision reflects respect for Guru Ji’s supreme sacrifice and his lifelong commitment to truth, justice, and human dignity. The resolution was passed during the winter session of the Assembly in Chandigarh.

Significance of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji

Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji is remembered as a great spiritual leader and protector of human rights.

• Known as the protector of India’s honour
• Stood firmly for religious freedom and justice
• Sacrificed his life to defend truth and righteousness
• His teachings continue to guide people of all faiths

Unanimous Resolution in the Assembly

The resolution was passed with full support from all members of the Haryana Assembly.

• Passed on the first day of the winter session
• Supported by all political parties
• Reflected unity beyond political differences
• Earlier proposal for celebrations approved on August 25

The Chief Minister stated that the decision represents the shares respect of the government and citizens of Haryana.

All-Party Cooperation

To ensure inclusive celebrations, the state government involved all political parties.

• An all-party meeting was held on November 3 in Chandigarh
• Leaders gave suggestions to make events meaningful
• The meeting showed Haryana’s democratic and cultural unity
• Focus remained on shared heritage, not politics

State-Wide Events and Celebrations

The Haryana government organised several activities in collaboration with Sikh organisations.

• Events held across the state throughout November
• Focus on spreading Guru Ji’s teachings among youth
• Cooperation with the Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee
• Aimed to inspire devotion, awareness, and respect

Sacred Processions Across Haryana

Large religious processions played a key role in the celebrations.

• First procession started from Rodhi, Sirsa district on November 8
• Other processions began from Pinjore, Faridabad, and Sadhaura
• Passed through over 500 villages
• Culminated at Kurukshetra on November 24
• Welcomed by people of all religions and communities

Grand Congregation at Kurukshetra

• A major religious gathering was organised to mark the occasion.
• Held on November 25 at Jyotisar, Kurukshetra
• Attended by lakhs of devotees
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi also participated
• A commemorative coin and postage stamp were released
• A coffee table book by the Haryana government was launched

Social and Educational Initiatives

• Several welfare and educational activities were organised in Guru Ji’s name.
• 350 blood donation camps organised
• Over 23,000 units of blood collected
• Essay competitions in Sanskrit, Hindi, Punjabi, and English
• Participation of around 3.5 lakh students
• Development of a forest in Kalesar, Yamunanagar
• Announcement of Guru Tegh Bahadur Agricultural College in Kishanpura