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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann wants to make Guru Teg Bahadur's martyrdom day a national Human Rights Day. He believes this would honor the Sikh guru's sacrifice for human rights and promote secularism. The government also plans to build a memorial road tracing the guru's final journey to Delhi. Additionally, they will include his teachings in school curriculum and organize state-wide events for his 350th martyrdom anniversary.

Key Points: Bhagwant Mann Pushes Guru Teg Bahadur Human Rights Day

  • Mann to take up matter with Centre for national Human Rights Day observance
  • Announces plan to construct Guru Tegh Bahadur Marg memorial road
  • Committee to include Guru's philosophy in school curriculum
  • Government organizing 350th martyrdom day events across Punjab
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Will convince Centre to commemorate martyrdom day of Guru Teg Bahadur as Human Rights Day: Punjab CM

Punjab CM to convince Centre to commemorate Guru Teg Bahadur's martyrdom day as National Human Rights Day, announces new memorial road and curriculum changes.

"It will help promote the ethos of secularism, communal harmony and brotherhood in the country - Bhagwant Mann"

Chandigarh, Oct 6

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday said the government will take up the matter of commemorating martyrdom day of the ninth Sikh master, Guru Teg Bahadur, as Human Rights Day with the government of India.

The Chief Minister, while interacting with the Sant Samaj here, batted for observing the martyrdom day of Guru Teg Bahadur at the national level.

He categorically said it will help promote the ethos of secularism, communal harmony and brotherhood in the country, adding the ninth guru was an epitome of socialism and secularism as he sacrificed his life for the sake of preserving human rights in the country.

Mann said observation of the martyrdom day of Guru Teg Bahadur as Human Rights Day will be a humble tribute to this great Sikh Guru on one hand and will further cement the ties among the people on the other, as the life and philosophy of the Sikh master is a lighthouse for the entire humanity.

The Chief Minister also said the government will also explore the feasibility of constructing Guru Tegh Bahadur Marg on the path adopted by Guru sahib while going to Delhi, where Guru-ji was martyred.

He said the PWD and Punjab Mandi Board will chalk out the blueprint in this regard to construct the marg as a humble tribute to Guru sahib.

Mann said even the state government will take up the matter to further extend this Marg up to Gurudwara Seesh Ganj sahib in Delhi with the Central government.

The Chief Minister also announced to constitute a committee to include the life and philosophy of Guru sahib in the school curriculum. He said any sort of objectionable content that is not in consonance with Sikh sentiments will also be immediately removed from the Virasat E Khalsa museum.

Mann also reiterated the firm commitment of the government to enact a strong anti-sacrilege law so that exemplary punishment is ensured for the perpetrators of this heinous crime.

Meanwhile, the Chief Minister apprised the Sant Samaj that the government is organising a series of commemorative events to observe the 350th martyrdom Day of Guru Teg Bahadur.

He said these functions will start from Gurudwara Seesh Ganj Sahib in Delhi on October 25, and from November 1, Kirtan Darbars will be organised across the state.

Likewise, Mann said seminars on life, philosophy and the sacrifice of Guru sahib will be organised in every educational institute of the state from November 15.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As someone from outside Punjab, I appreciate learning about Guru Teg Bahadur's sacrifice. Including his philosophy in school curriculum nationwide would help promote secular values across India.
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Priya S
While I respect the sentiment, I hope this doesn't become another political move. The government should focus on implementing actual human rights protections rather than just symbolic gestures. The anti-sacrilege law is more important.
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Aman W
Guru Teg Bahadur Marg from Punjab to Delhi would be amazing! It would help people understand the historical journey and sacrifice. Hope the Centre approves this project soon 🇮🇳
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Michael C
The idea of commemorating a religious leader's martyrdom as Human Rights Day is interesting. In a diverse country like India, such inclusive gestures can strengthen national unity.
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Kavya N
Waheguru ji ka Khalsa! This is long overdue. Guru Teg Bahadur ji stood for protecting the rights of all religions, not just Sikhs. His message is more relevant than ever in today's times ✨

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