Langenthal, Switzerland, October 11: A grand Gurmat event was organised in Langenthal, Switzerland, to mark the 20th anniversary of the establishment of Gurdwara Sahib in the city. On the occasion, Singh Sahib Jathedar Akali Baba Balbir Singh Ji ‘96 Karori’, head of Shiromani Panth Akali Budha Dal (the Fifth Takht), honoured prominent industrialist S. Ranjit Singh Masuta in recognition of his dedicated service to the Panth and his significant contribution to the establishment of the Gurdwara Sahib. Jathedar Gurcharan Singh Ji of Sri Anandpur Sahib was also present at the event.
Notably, S. Ranjit Singh Masuta has also been awarded a gold medal by the Swiss government. The event witnessed the presence of several prominent Swiss political figures, including Langenthal Mayor Patrick Freudiger; Hans-Jürg Käser, former Interior Minister of the Canton of Bern; Reto Müller, a member of the Bern Cantonal Government; and former Presidents of the Swiss Confederation Simonetta Sommaruga, Johann Schneider-Ammann and Micheline Calmy-Rey.
The construction of Gurdwara Sahib began in 2002, and the shrine was formally inaugurated on September 23, 2006. Over the past two decades, it has served as an important centre for Gurmat, Seva, Simran and the strengthening of community bonds among the Sangat.
On the occasion, S. Karanvir Singh, founder of Sikh Youth Switzerland, and S. Jangsher Singh, president of the organisation, along with the Sikh youth present, lauded S. Ranjit Singh Masuta for his longstanding service to the Panth. They observed that his experience, dedication and guidance continue to inspire the younger generation.
The contributions of the Sangat, donors and volunteers who played a vital role in establishing the Gurdwara Sahib were also acknowledged during the celebrations, recognising their collective efforts in building and sustaining a spiritual centre for the Sikh community.
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