Guru Gobind Singh's 350th birth anniversary: Narendra Modi to attend Prakash Parv in Patna

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday, which marks the 350th birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh, said the 10th Sikh guru’s bravery is etched in the heart of every Indian.

“Guru Gobind Singhji was blessed with indomitable courage and tremendous knowledge. His bravery is etched in the heart and mind of every Indian,” Modi said before leaving for Patna to participate in the Prakash Parv commemorating the 350th birth anniversary of the Sikh guru.

The prime minister added:

Delighted to be a part of #350thPrakashParv celebrations of Guru Gobind Singh ji in Patna today.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 5, 2017

Guru Gobind Singh ji was blessed with indomitable courage & tremendous knowledge. His bravery is etched in the heart & mind of every Indian.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 5, 2017

Guru Gobind Singh ji's entire life was devoted to serving people and fighting for values of truth, justice and compassion. #350thPrakashParv

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 5, 2017

On Wednesday, Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar conducted an aerial survey of Patna to oversee arrangements for the ongoing Prakash Parv to celebrate the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh, for which lakhs of devotees from across the world have arrived.

PM to attend 350th birth anniversary celebrations of Sikh Guru, #GuruGobindSingh in Patna; this will mark end of #PrakashParv celebrations pic.twitter.com/ORYcbyxt7W

— DD News (@DDNewslive) January 5, 2017

Kumar took an aerial view of three tent cities located at Gandhi Maidan, Bypass and Kangana ghat where Sikh devotees are staying during the 350th Prakash Parv.

Meanwhile, Congress President Sonia Gandhi paid obeisance to Guru Gobind Singh, hailing him for fighting against injustice, tyranny and social differences.

“Guru Gobind Singh ji was not only creator of the gracious Khalsa but was a renowned spiritual master, warrior, poet and philosopher. He sacrificed his entire life at the altar of safeguarding the rights of underprivileged,” Gandhi said in a statement.

“He fought against injustice, tyranny and social differences. It is a day to rededicate ourselves to the ideals of equality,..of leading an honest, truthful and virtuous life continues to guide and inspire entire humanity,” she added.

Delhi government offices will remain closed on Thursday as Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal approved holiday to mark the occasion.

Since he took charge, it is perhaps the first proposal of the Delhi government that Anil Baijal’s office has approved.

Earlier this week, Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal had gone to Patna to pay obeisance at Takht Harmandir Sahib.

Kejriwal’s Patna visit during ‘Prakash Parv’ assumed significance as his party is eyeing to do well in Punjab Assembly election to be held on 4 February.

The birth anniversary of the 10th Sikh Guru is being celebrated across the country with special festivities lined up in Patna Sahib where he was born.

Many across the country paid obeisance to Guru Gobind Singh on Twitter.

May the holy teachings of #GuruGobindSingh ji bring compassion,peace ,love & wisdom in everyone's lives. Wish you a very happy #GuruPurab pic.twitter.com/uJGPM6GNQU

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) January 5, 2017

Heartiest Greetings on the occasion of 350th birth anniversary of #GuruGobindSingh ji, the tenth Sikh Guru. pic.twitter.com/edWCSF5eZW

— Ashok Gehlot (@ashokgehlot51) January 5, 2017

On #PrakashParv, I bow to #GuruGobindSingh ji, who is remembered by generations as a symbol of courage, bravery, service & sacrifice. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/M0L9msiQGJ

— Vijay Goel (@VijayGoelBJP) January 5, 2017

राष्ट्रभक्ति,धर्मनिष्ठा,त्याग और वीरता की प्रतिमूर्ति श्री गुरु गोबिंद सिंह जी के 350वें प्रकाश उत्सव के पावन पर्व पर उन्हें कोटि कोटि नमन| pic.twitter.com/6cU1f81xbb

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) January 5, 2017

My greetings on the occasion of 350th Prakash Parv.May the holy teachings of #GuruGobindSingh bring compassion,peace & wisdom in your lives. pic.twitter.com/ABEFSjSuMM

— Ravi Shankar Prasad (@rsprasad) January 5, 2017

#350thPrakashParv of Guru Gobind Singh ji pic.twitter.com/aDU6WJp2o5

— Arun Jaitley (@arunjaitley) January 5, 2017

Guru Gobind Singhji's life &his teachings embody the spirit of courage,sacrifice &service.On his 350th Prakash Parv my greetings to everyone pic.twitter.com/RlWVPC9YqI

— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) January 5, 2017