New Delhi- The Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee has organised a Sikh literature and historical pictorial exhibition at Gurdwara Bangla Sahib to commemorate the Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. DSGMC President Sardar Harmeet Singh Kalka and general secretary Sardar Hardev Singh Kahlon said the exhibition offers devotees a valuable opportunity to explore Sikh history, learn about the lives of the sikh gurus and connect with the rich Sikh heritage.
Both dsgmc leaders stated that the pictorial exhibition, organised by Bhai Vir Singh Sadan, presents significant milestones from the life of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji through an engaging and informative digital medium. It offers a comprehensive portrayal of guru srahib’s life, beginning with His birth and covering His household life, the four Udasis (spiritual journeys), and the final years spent at Kartarpur Sahib.
Both leaders of further said that, keeping in view the concluding phase of the commemorative programmes marking the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji this year, the exhibition also features a special presentation on the life, supreme sacrifices and martyrdom of the guru sahib jun⁶.
Sardar Kalka and Sardar Kahlon observed that visual presentations make historical events easier to understand and leave a lasting impression on viewers. Such initiatives play a significant role in familiarising children and young people with Sikh history and inspiring them to remain connected with their religious and cultural roots. Accordingly, the exhibition will remain open to devotees for approximately 15 days, providing an opportunity for families, children and youth to gain valuable historical insights.
They also informed that special stalls have been set up around the sacred sarovar of Gurdwara Bangla Sahib, showcasing Sikh literature, religious symbols, heritage items and products associated with punjabi culture. The initiative aims to make literature and articles reflecting Sikh heritage conveniently available to sdevotees under one roof, eliminating the need to travel to distant places to procure these items.
The DSGMC leaders appealed to devotees to visit the exhibition with their families and children and encourage the younger generation to embrace Sikh history, literature and heritage by bringing related publications and traditional articles into their homes. They expressed confidence that, as in previous years, this initiative would receive an overwhelming response and enthusiastic participation from the Sikh sangat.