Sri Anandpur Sahib, November 25
On an idea mooted by the National Convener of AAP Arvind Kejriwal, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday announced to set up a world class university after the name of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur at Sri Anandpur Sahib. Addressing the gathering during the events to mark 350th martyrdom day of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur here at Gurdwara Buddha Dal Chauni, the Chief Minister said that that the university will be a befitting tribute to Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur. He said that the university will act as a catalyst to undertake extensive research on supreme sacrifice, life and philosophy of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur. Mann said that this will help in inspiring the coming generations besides perpetuating the life and philosophy of great Guru sahib.
The Chief Minister said that Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur was an epitome of socialism and secularism as he sacrificed his life for the sake of preserving human rights in the country. Mann urged people to imbibe the spirit of self-sacrifice as preached and practiced by ‘Hind Di Chaadar’- Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur, who laid down his life to safeguard the freedom of worship, besides upholding the human and secular values. He said that the Bani of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur, which is included in Sri Guru Granth Sahib, preaches the message of oneness of mankind, universal brotherhood, righteousness, valour and compassion, which need to be followed by one and all.
The Chief Minister said that Guru’s supreme sacrifice as protector of religion was unparalleled in the history of mankind and stands out as an example for humanity. He said that Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur made supreme sacrifice to uphold the value of righteousness, truth and freedom of faith adding that this should always be remembered by one and all. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the world class university being set up by the state government will play a pivotal role in disseminating in every nook and corner of the world.
Earlier in the day, Mann and Kejriwal joined the sangat to pray for the progress of the state and prosperity of Punjabis. Both the leaders took part in the Ardas performed after the Bhog of Sri Akhand Path Sahib to commemorate the 350th martyrdom day of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur and legendary Sikh martyrs Bhai Mati Das, Bhai Sati Dass and Bhai Dayala at Gurdwara Baba Budha Dal Chauni. They joined the large congregation to express gratitude to the Guru and prayed for the welfare of all. Both the leaders said that it was a matter of great honor for them to have the opportunity to serve during the events to mark 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur.
