CM Nayab Saini greets Sikhs on Guru Ram Das Prakash Parv
Synopsis
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on October 27, 2026 greeted the Sikh community on the Prakash Parv of Guru Ram Das Ji, the Fourth Sikh Guru who founded Amritsar, highlighting his teachings on devotion, humility, and selfless service.
Key Takeaways
CM Nayab Singh Saini posted Gurpurab greetings on October 27, 2026 for the Prakash Parv of the Fourth Sikh Guru.
Guru Ram Das Ji (1534–1581) founded the city of Amritsar and composed hymns in the Guru Granth Sahib .
Saini highlighted three core teachings of Guru Ram Das: devotion (bhakti), humility (vinmrata), and selfless service (paropkar) .
Haryana has a significant Sikh population, especially in border districts adjoining Punjab.
Indian state leaders routinely mark Sikh Gurpurabs with public messages as part of standard community outreach.
On the Prakash Parv of the Fourth Sikh Guru, Shri Guru Ram Das Sahib Ji, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini extended greetings to the Sikh community on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, invoking the Guru's timeless teachings on devotion, humility, and service to humanity.
Posting in Hindi, CM Saini wrote: 'सिख पंथ के चतुर्थ गुरु धन-धन श्री गुरु रामदास साहिब जी के प्रकाश पर्व की सभी को अनंत शुभकामनाएँ' — 'Infinite greetings to all on the Prakash Parv of the Fourth Guru of the Sikh Panth, Dhan-Dhan Shri Guru Ram Das Sahib Ji.' He added that the Guru's teachings show humanity the path of devotion, humility, and selfless service, and that 'true devotion lies in service, and true happiness in the welfare of all.'
Who was Guru Ram Das — and why his Gurpurab matters
Guru Ram Das (1534–1581) was the Fourth Guru of Sikhism and one of its most consequential figures. He founded the city of Amritsar — today the spiritual capital of global Sikhism — and composed hymns enshrined in the Guru Granth Sahib, the eternal scripture of the faith. His compositions, particularly the Laavan (the Sikh wedding hymn), remain central to Sikh life centuries later.
The Prakash Parv, marking the birth anniversary of a Guru, is among the holiest occasions in the Sikh Panth — the worldwide Sikh community. Gurpurabs are observed with congregational prayers, langar (community meals), and processions, drawing millions of devotees across Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and the global diaspora.
Haryana's Sikh community and the politics of outreach
Haryana shares a long border with Punjab and is home to a significant resident Sikh population, particularly in districts such as Sirsa, Fatehabad, and Ambala. For state leaders, public acknowledgment of Gurpurabs is both a gesture of cultural respect and a standard piece of community outreach. Chief Ministers of Haryana — across party lines — have consistently issued greetings on major Sikh religious occasions, reflecting the Guru's influence that stretches well beyond Punjab's borders.
CM Saini's message closes with a prayer that the Guru's grace and teachings 'continue to inspire humanity to walk the righteous path' — a sentiment that resonates as much in the gurdwaras of Haryana as it does anywhere in the world where Sikhs gather on this day.
Point of View
And consistent, visible acknowledgment of Gurpurabs forms a quiet but steady part of that effort. Saini's emphasis on seva (service) and universal welfare also mirrors BJP's broader Hindutva outreach strategy of drawing parallels between Hindu and Sikh spiritual values. For Haryana specifically, such gestures carry weight in Sikh-majority constituencies ahead of any electoral cycle.
NationPress
27 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Guru Ram Das and why is his Prakash Parv celebrated?
Guru Ram Das (1534–1581) was the Fourth Guru of Sikhism. He founded the city of Amritsar and contributed sacred hymns to the Guru Granth Sahib. His Prakash Parv (birth anniversary) is celebrated as a Gurpurab — a holy day marked with prayers, langar, and processions across the Sikh community worldwide.
What did CM Nayab Singh Saini say on Guru Ram Das Prakash Parv?
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini extended greetings to all on Guru Ram Das Ji's Prakash Parv, saying the Guru showed humanity the path of devotion, humility, and selfless service, and that 'true devotion lies in service and true happiness in the welfare of all.'
What is the significance of Guru Ram Das for Sikhism?
Guru Ram Das is revered for founding Amritsar, the holiest city in Sikhism, and for composing the Laavan — the four hymns recited during Sikh wedding ceremonies. His teachings on seva (selfless service) and humility are central to Sikh spiritual practice.
Why do Haryana leaders issue greetings on Sikh Gurpurabs?
Haryana shares a border with Punjab and has a sizeable Sikh population, particularly in districts like Sirsa, Fatehabad, and Ambala. State leaders issue Gurpurab greetings as part of standard community outreach and to acknowledge the cultural and spiritual significance of the Sikh Gurus.
What is a Prakash Parv in Sikhism?
Prakash Parv literally means 'festival of light' and refers to the birth anniversary of a Sikh Guru. It is one of the most sacred observances in the Sikh calendar, marked by Gurbani kirtan, Ardas (prayers), and langar in gurdwaras across India and the world.
