STATE TIMES NEWS
JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and ministers on Sunday extended warm greetings to the Sikh community and all those celebrating the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh Ji.
In his message, the Chief Minister paid rich tributes to the life and teachings of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, describing him as a beacon of truth, courage, integrity and unwavering devotion to humanity.
He said that the Guru’s timeless ideals of sacrifice, righteousness and service continue to inspire millions across the world and will remain a guiding light for generations to come.
On the auspicious occasion, the Chief Minister prayed for peace, prosperity and harmony in Jammu and Kashmir, and expressed hope that the spirit of the day would further strengthen the bonds of unity, brotherhood and communal harmony among all sections of society.
Minister for Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA), Information Technology, Transport, Youth Services and Sports, Science & Technology, ARI and Trainings, Satish Sharma, in his message, paid glowing tributes to Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, remembering him as a great spiritual luminary, visionary reformer and an embodiment of courage, sacrifice and compassion. He described the Guru as the eternal “Saint-Soldier” whose life and teachings continue to inspire humanity to uphold truth, justice, equality and selfless service.
“On this sacred occasion, I convey my heartfelt greetings to all Sikh brothers and sisters. The life and legacy of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji guide us to stand firmly against injustice, protect the weak and work tirelessly for the welfare of society with courage and conviction,” the Minister said.
Satish Sharma exhorted the people, especially the youth, to draw inspiration from the noble teachings of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and imbibe the values of discipline, unity, bravery and service to humanity. He emphasized that the Guru’s ideals of righteousness and equality are highly relevant in today’s times and provide a strong foundation for building a progressive and harmonious society.
The Minister also prayed for peace, prosperity and overall development of Jammu & Kashmir and the nation. He expressed hope that the sacred occasion of Prakash Purb would further strengthen the bonds of brotherhood and communal harmony and motivate people to work together for an inclusive, just and prosperous society.
