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Golden Temple Fireworks: Amritsar Celebrates Guru Nanak Jayanti Amid Prayers

The Golden Temple in Amritsar was beautifully illuminated with fireworks for Guru Nanak Jayanti celebrations. Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema offered prayers for the progress of Punjab and the world. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann visited with his family and prayed for peace and prosperity in the state. Meanwhile, nearly 1,800 Sikh pilgrims are traveling to Pakistan to visit historic gurdwaras for the occasion.

Key Points: Guru Nanak Jayanti Celebrations at Golden Temple with Fireworks

  • Dazzling fireworks lit up Amritsar's sky over Golden Temple during celebrations
  • Punjab Finance Minister prayed for state and global progress
  • Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann offered prayers with family for peace
  • Sikh pilgrims traveling to Pakistan for historic gurdwara visits
  • Festival marks birth anniversary of first Sikh Guru Nanak Dev Ji
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Punjab: Fireworks light up Amritsar's Golden Temple as devotees celebrate Guru Nanak Jayanti

Amritsar's Golden Temple illuminated with fireworks as Punjab leaders offer prayers for peace and progress on Guru Nanak Jayanti celebrations.

"We have prayed to the Guru for the progress of Punjab, the progress of the country, and the progress of the world - Harpal Singh Cheema"

Amritsar, November 5

The sky over Amritsar lit up with dazzling fireworks on Wednesday night as devotees thronged the Golden Temple to celebrate the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji.

Earlier in the day, on the auspicious occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti, Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema offered prayers at Sri Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) and prayed for the progress of Punjab, the nation, and the world.

Speaking to reporters in Amritsar, Cheema said, "...We have prayed to the Guru for the progress of Punjab, the progress of the country, and the progress of the world...Anyone who believes in the Guru does not believe in casteism. There are some people who deliberately want to spoil the atmosphere of Punjab. They want to create tension in Punjab, and they all use such language...Guru Nanak Dev Ji gave the message of togetherness, and we should all follow that."

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann also paid obeisance at the Golden Temple on the occasion and extended greetings to devotees, praying for peace, prosperity, and progress in the state.

"I came here to pay obeisance on the occasion of Gurpurab. People across the world are bowing before Him and hearing his 'baani'. I received the opportunity to be here along with my family. I offered 'ardas' for the progress and peace in Punjab. This is the land of Gurus, of martyrs. May the Almighty bless the people of this land," Mann said.

Extending greetings to devotees, the Chief Minister added, "I extend greetings to all devotees. Several of them have gone to Nankana Sahib to pay obeisance. Wherever the 'baani' of 'Sarbat Da Bhala' echoes in the world, I would want there to be peace and prosperity."

Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Gurpurab, marks the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the first Sikh Guru. The festival is celebrated annually on the full moon day of the Kartik month, known as Kartik Purnima. Devotees observe the day with prayers, devotional singing, and community service, as celebrations continue late into the night across gurdwaras.

Meanwhile, a jatha of 1,796 Sikh pilgrims from India will visit Pakistan on November 5 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji and pay their respects at various historic gurdwaras on the occasion of Parkash Purb.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Beautiful to see our leaders praying for Punjab's progress. Guru Nanak's message of unity is exactly what we need in these times. The jatha going to Pakistan shows how faith transcends borders.
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Sarah B
As someone visiting from Canada, I'm amazed by the spiritual energy during Gurpurab. The Golden Temple during celebrations is truly magical. The langar service and community spirit are inspiring!
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Arjun K
While the celebrations are beautiful, I wish the government would focus more on practical development in Punjab rather than just symbolic gestures. Our youth need jobs and better infrastructure.
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Kavya N
Guru Nanak Jayanti reminds us of the beautiful teachings of equality and service. The sight of fireworks over the Golden Temple is something every Indian should experience at least once. Feeling blessed! 🌕
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Michael C
The message of "Sarbat Da Bhala" - welfare for all - is so relevant globally. Wonderful to see such peaceful celebrations that bring communities together regardless of background.

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