Sri Akal Takht Sahib Archives

06 Jun

Clash Averted at Sri Akal Takht Sahib on Operation Blue Star Anniversary; Jathedar Refrains from Message

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Amritsar (National Times): The 41st anniversary of Operation Blue Star was observed peacefully today at Sri Akal Takht Sahib, amid high anticipation and heightened security. A potential confrontation was averted after acting Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gadgaj chose not to deliver a message to the Sikh Panth (community) and instead confined himself to performing the Ardas (prayer). In a significant move aimed at maintaining harmony, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), led by President Harjinder Singh Dhami, honoured the families of those martyred during the 1984 military operation, which targeted militants inside the Golden Temple complex but also resulted in…

Amritsar on Alert! Massive Security Cover Ahead of Operation Bluestar Anniversary Observance At Sri Akal Takht Sahib

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Amritsar (National Times): In anticipation of the 41st anniversary of Operation Bluestar, commemorated as Ghallukara Diwas, Amritsar has been placed under an unprecedented security cover with the deployment of nearly 7,000 police personnel across the holy city. The observance, scheduled for June 6 at Sri Akal Takht Sahib, is expected to draw thousands of devotees from across the globe. Operation Bluestar, carried out in 1984, remains one of the most emotionally charged events in Sikh history. Every year, June 6 marks a solemn day of remembrance for those who lost their lives, and the day holds deep spiritual and emotional…

Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib Promotes Brotherhood During Meeting with Himachal Students

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Amritsar (National Times): The Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, recently welcomed a delegation of students and teachers from Government College Badsar, Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh, at the Akal Takht Secretariat. During their interaction, the Jathedar emphasized the significance of unity, harmony, and fostering inter-state brotherhood. The visiting group shared that prior to their visit, some individuals had cautioned them about potential safety concerns in Punjab. However, upon arrival, they felt nothing but warmth and hospitality, experiencing the welcoming spirit of the land of the Gurus. During the discussion, the delegation also mentioned plans to establish a…