Guru Gobind Singh’s 354th `Gurpurab’ Celebrated at Khalsa College with Religious Fervour

Amritsar, January 20 (Punjab Post Bureau) – The 354th `Prakash Purab’ of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the 10th Sikh Guru and founder of Khalsa Panth was celebrated with religious fervor and devotion at Khalsa College campus here today. As per the traditions established by Khalsa College Governing Council (KCGC), the `Gurpurab’ witnessed lectures on teachings and philosophy of Guru and Kirtan recitals by the students of Khalsa College of Nursing (KCN). They recited hymns from Gurbani and verses in the praise of the revered Guru.

            The Gurdwara complex was decorated tastefully with buntings and flowers. The teachers, students and staff members took part in the `Ardas’ (prayers) following the Bhog ceremony of Akhand Path and later the Langar (community kitchen) was served. KCGC honorary secretary Rajinder Mohan Singh Chhina gave the message to the youth to follow the philosophy of the Guru, which he said was most relevant in the present strife-torn world.

            Dr. Inderjit Singh Gagoani, a prominent historian gave a detailed account of the life and teachings of the Guru who stood for righteousness, peace, brotherhood and communal harmony.  KCGC office bearers Jagdish Singh, Ajmer Singh Heir, Members SS Abdal, Paramjit Singh Bal, Gurmohinder Singh, Gurpreet Singh Gill, Principal Dr. Mehal Singh Principles of other institutions staff and students were present in large numbers.