Guru Ram Das Ji Parkash Purab: Amritsar illuminates on Gupurab as lakhs of devotees pay obeisance at Golden Temple, remember the divine
PTC News Desk: See of devotees gathered in Amritsar to pay obeisance at Golden Temple to mark Gurpurb of Guru Ram Das Ji, the fourth Sikh Guru and the founder of the city. The sacred Gurdwara Sahib is seeing a massive influx of devotees from all corners of the world, gathering to commemorate the life and teachings of Guru Ram Das Ji.
The Golden Temple has been beautifully decorated with colourful flowers to mark Gurpurb, adding to the spiritual atmosphere of the holy shrine.
Floral arrangements around the sanctum sanctorum and along the parikarma (circumambulatory path) have enhanced the beauty of the gurdwara. The vibrant flowers, set against the temple’s golden facade, created a stunning sight for devotees visiting the shrine to mark the religious occasion.
The decorations added to the festive spirit, leaving devotees captivated by the temple’s beauty and spiritual charm.
Earlier, on the eve of the Gurpurb,a grand Nagar Kirtan (religious procession) was organised by the SGPC, which began after prayers at Akal Takht Sahib. Devotees participating in a nagar kirtan were showered with flower petals as the religious procession passed through the city’s historic streets.
The sacred Guru Granth Sahib was placed in a golden palanquin by Giani Amarjit Singh, the head granthi of the Golden Temple. Giani Tek Singh, Jathedar of Takht Sri Damdama Sahib, performed the chaur sahib service.
The nagar kirtan passed through routes connecting the historic gates of Amritsar’s walled city, attracting large numbers of devotees. Various religious and social organisations welcomed the procession at different locations, while devotees honoured the Panj Pyaras and flag-bearers by presenting them with siropas.
Langars were also organised along the route to serve devotees.
The streets echoed with devotional hymns, creating a spiritual atmosphere. A helicopter showering flower petals over the procession added to the celebrations and religious fervour.
- PTC NEWS
