CHANDIGARH; The Bhagwant Mann Authorities has determined to organise 4 large Shobha Yatras connecting outstanding religious and historic hubs throughout the nation with Sri Khuralgarh Sahib as a part of the intensive statewide commemorations devoted to the upcoming 650th Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Ravidass Ji Maharaj. Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema introduced this right this moment.
Addressing a joint press convention at Punjab Bhawan alongside Tourism and Cultural Affairs Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond and Advisor to the Division of Tourism and Cultural Affairs Deepak Bali, Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema mentioned these grand non secular processions goal to disseminate the common message and sacred Bani of Sri Guru Ravidass Ji Maharaj, whereas bringing devotees collectively in devotion and concord forward of the 650th beginning anniversary arriving in February subsequent 12 months.
Elaborating on the widespread programmes already underway throughout the state, the Finance Minister mentioned that following the decisive roadmap initiated final 12 months underneath the management of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, occasions celebrating the philosophy and teachings of Sri Guru Ravidass Ji Maharaj are being organised throughout cities and rural areas alike. “These multifaceted initiatives embody charming drone exhibits, educational seminars in schools and universities, thematic essay competitions in colleges, mental discussions on Guru Sahib’s sacred verses, and steady Kirtan Darbars organised in cities throughout Punjab to foster deep group engagement with the divine teachings,” he mentioned.
Detailing the great itineraries finalised throughout right this moment’s high-level preparatory assembly, the Finance Minister mentioned, “The primary Shobha Yatra will start from the holy metropolis of Varanasi (Kashi) on November 30 and journey by way of Kanpur, Delhi, Ambala, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar and Rupnagar earlier than concluding at Sri Khuralgarh Sahib on December 3.”
“The second Shobha Yatra will flag off from Faridkot on December 2, passing by way of Ferozepur, Moga, Ludhiana, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar and Garhshankar to culminate at Sri Khuralgarh Sahib on December 3,” he mentioned.
“The third Shobha Yatra is scheduled to start on December 1 from Bathinda, traversing by way of Barnala, Mansa, Lehragaga, Sangrur, Patiala, Fatehgarh Sahib, Morinda and Rupnagar earlier than arriving at Sri Khuralgarh Sahib on December 3,” Minister Harpal Singh Cheema mentioned.
“Originating from the neighbouring area of Jammu on November 30, the fourth Shobha Yatra will progress by way of Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Kapurthala, Jalandhar and Hoshiarpur, culminating alongside the opposite processions at Sri Khuralgarh Sahib on December 3,” he added.
The Finance Minister additional mentioned, “Following the unified convergence of all 4 Shobha Yatras at Sri Khuralgarh Sahib, the principal religious congregation will formally start on December 4 with the Arambh of Sri Akhand Path Sahib.”
“The sacred non secular observances will conclude on December 6 with the Bhog ceremony of Sri Akhand Path Sahib, marking the grand fruits of this section of devotional celebrations devoted to the revered legacy and teachings of Sri Guru Ravidass Ji Maharaj,” he mentioned.
