Lucknow, November 5: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday participated in the program organized at DAV College in the capital Lucknow on the 556th Prakash Parv of the founder and first Guru of Sikhism Guru Nanak Dev Ji Maharaj.
During this, he bowed his head in respect of the Sikh Gurus. The Chief Minister was welcomed by the committee by presenting him a memento and a dhoti.
Addressing the program, the Chief Minister said that Guru Nanak Dev Ji was a great spiritual leader of India, who gave the message of organization, equality and service of the society 500 years ago, which is the foundation of the social system of India today.
CM Yogi said that even at a time when the country was facing the brutality of foreign invaders like Babur, when temples were being destroyed and faith was being attacked, Guru Nanak Dev Ji was guiding society without fear or pressure. He preached the message of sharing food, helping the poor, and building a united society.
India’s saints kept the nation’s spirit alive even in times of crisis
Referring to Guru Nanak Dev’s spirituality, the Chief Minister said that his life is proof that India is a country with a tradition of saints and great men who kept the nation’s spirit alive even in times of crisis. Yogi said that when many kings and princes bowed before foreign invaders, Guru Nanak Dev Ji showed the courage to call Babur “Jabar,” meaning executioner. This was the strength of India’s saint tradition.
Calling for unity in society and strengthening of religion
the Chief Minister called for unity in society and strengthening of religion on this occasion. He said that today, when activities like conversion are visible in some areas, we must further strengthen the core spirit of the Sikh faith β unity, organization, and service. Yogi said that if there are any shortcomings, we must address them. When Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj founded the Khalsa Panth, he united every section of society. We must revive that spirit.
If we remain strong, everyone will respect our faith
The Chief Minister also said that if we remain strong, everyone will respect our faith. The sacrifices of Sikh Gurus and great men are an inspiration for us.
At the end of the program, the Chief Minister extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of the state on Prakash Parv and said that the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji should continue to guide our lives and society.