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Haryana CM Seeks Blessings at Sirsa's Hola Mohalla, Honors Namdhari Legacy

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini attended the Hola Mohalla celebrations at the Namdhari Gurdwara in Sirsa district, seeking blessings from the Sant Samaj. He emphasized that Sirsa has long been a sacred land visited by figures like Guru Nanak Dev and saints such as Baba Sarsai Nath. Saini described Hola Mohalla as a festival symbolizing bravery, spirituality, and the resolve against injustice, initiated by Guru Gobind Singh. He also paid tribute to the Namdhari community's sacrifices, notably their role in the Kuka Movement and the martyrs of Malerkotla.

Key Points: Haryana CM at Sirsa Hola Mohalla, Honors Saints & Freedom Fighters

  • CM seeks blessings at Namdhari Gurdwara
  • Hola Mohalla as symbol of culture & bravery
  • Sirsa as sacred land of saints
  • Tribute to Namdhari martyrs
  • Kuka Movement's role in freedom struggle
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Haryana CM seeks blessings from Sant Samaj in Sirsa

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini attends Hola Mohalla in Sirsa, seeks blessings from Sant Samaj, and highlights the spiritual and historical significance of the Namdhari community.

Haryana CM seeks blessings from Sant Samaj in Sirsa
"Hola Mohalla is not merely a festival but a living symbol of India's rich culture, bravery and spiritual tradition. - Nayab Singh Saini"

Chandigarh, March 8

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, on Sunday, attended the grand Hola Mohalla celebrations at Namdhari Gurdwara in Sirsa district and sought blessings from the Sant Samaj.

Addressing a large gathering, the Chief Minister said he felt extremely happy to be present among them on the occasion of the glorious festival of Hola Mohalla being celebrated at this sacred ashram.

Bowing at the feet of Sant Dilip Singh Maharaj, Chief Minister Saini added that the Sant Samaj is doing a great service by connecting society through love, service, brotherhood and spirituality.

He said the sacred land of Sirsa has long been a "tapobhoomi" of saints and great personalities.

In the year 1507, the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak Dev, set foot on this land.

To carry forward his teachings, Gurdwara Sri Chilla Sahib was established here.

The Chief Minister added that many saints such as Baba Sarsai Nath and Baba Bhooman Shah spread the message of spirituality, service and humanity from this land.

Their teachings continue to guide society in the right direction even today, he said.

The Chief Minister noted that Hola Mohalla "is not merely a festival but a living symbol of India's rich culture, bravery and spiritual tradition. It inspires people to maintain a balance between courage and devotion in life".

He said the festival "is not only about colours but also represents the resolve to stand against injustice and uphold righteousness. Dashmesh Pita Sri Guru Gobind Singh-ji had initiated the tradition of celebrating Hola Mohalla to strengthen the Khalsa traditions and promote brotherhood and unity in society along with the enthusiasm of Holi".

The Chief Minister added the history of the Namdhari community is filled with sacrifice, penance and dedication.

"The Kuka Movement started by Satguru Ram Singh Maharaj is an important chapter in India's freedom struggle."

He said that when the country was under colonial rule, the Namdhari community promoted the message of adopting Swadeshi and boycotting foreign goods, which gave new energy to the freedom movement.

The Chief Minister also paid tribute to the brave Namdhari martyrs, who stood fearlessly before cannons in Punjab's Malerkotla, and sacrificed their lives with smiles but never abandoned the path of truth and self-respect.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As someone new to learning about Indian festivals, this article was very informative. Hola Mohalla sounds like a powerful tradition combining celebration, courage, and community. The emphasis on standing against injustice is universal.
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Priyanka N
While it's nice to see political figures at religious events, I hope this translates into concrete action for the people of Sirsa and Haryana. Development work and job creation are the real blessings we need from our leaders. The sentiment is good, but we need results on the ground.
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Aman W
Jai Gurudev! 🙏 It's heartening to see the CM recognize the contributions of the Namdhari Samaj. Satguru Ram Singh Ji's Swadeshi movement was indeed a beacon during the freedom struggle. Our history is so rich and interconnected.
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Karthik V
The part about Guru Nanak Dev Ji's visit to Sirsa is fascinating. These historical connections across different faiths are what make India's cultural fabric so strong. More than a political visit, this feels like an acknowledgment of that shared tapestry.
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Michael C
The balance between "courage and devotion" mentioned by the CM is a profound concept. In today's world, we could all use a bit of that Hola Mohalla spirit – to celebrate life but also have the strength to stand up for what's right.

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