Gaga/Amritsar, August 28, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
The Miri-Piri Khalsa March, which began from Sri Akal Takht Sahib, on Thursday moved to the next leg of its journey from Gurdwara Sahib Patshahi Nauvin at Gaga in Sangrur district to Gurdwara Sahib Patshahi Nauvin, Karhali Sahib, amid traditional Sikh ceremonies.
Before the march departed, a Gurmat programme was organised at Gaga. Giani Rajdeep Singh, Granthi Singh of Sri Harmandir Sahib, shared historical perspectives with the sangat through a Katha-Vichar session and urged devotees to follow the teachings of Gurbani in their daily lives.
The departure ardas was performed by Head Pracharak Bhai Sarabjit Singh Dhotiya, after which Giani Rajdeep Singh placed the sacred saroop of Sri Guru Granth Sahib in the palki.
Addressing the gathering, Sri Akal Takht Sahib Jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargajj recalled the contribution of Baba Makhan Shah Lubana, who identified Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib and proclaimed the historic message, “Sacha Guru Ladho Re”. He said the episode represented not merely an important moment in Sikh history but also unwavering faith in the Guru.
Giani Gargajj said Sikhs must make the Tenth Guru’s command, “Guru Maneyo Granth”, the foundation of their lives and avoid the misconception of accepting any living person as a Guru. He said the Miri-Piri Khalsa March was carrying the message of the Guru principle, the supremacy of Sri Akal Takht Sahib and Panthic unity to the Sikh community.
He also highlighted drug abuse as one of Punjab’s most serious concerns, calling for the social boycott of drug sellers and greater accountability from governments. At the same time, he said young people affected by addiction should be offered love, support and an opportunity to rebuild their lives rather than being treated with hatred.
Giani Gargajj stressed that families also had a collective responsibility to connect children with the Sikh identity and Gurbani.
SGPC president Advocate Harjinder Singh Dhami said conversations with devotees, particularly elderly people, during the march had highlighted the distressing impact of drugs on Punjab’s youth. He said many young people had lost their lives after falling victim to substances such as heroin.
Dhami said the march aimed not only to create awareness against drugs but also to connect Punjab’s youth with Gurbani, Sikh identity and the community’s heritage. He said the march was reaching villages across Punjab with this message.
He added that after completion of the Khalsa March, the SGPC would organise Gurmat programmes and Amrit Sanchar events in every constituency. Describing youth as Punjab’s future, Dhami urged parents and Sikh families to protect children from drugs and guide them towards the Guru.
He also thanked organisations and devotees supporting the march. The event has witnessed considerable enthusiasm among the sangat, with young participants pledging to maintain the Sikh appearance and stay away from drugs.
SGPC members Bhupinder Singh Bhalwan, Gurlal Singh, Rampal Singh Behniwal and Paramjit Kaur; constituency in-charge Advocate Gagandeep Singh Khandebad; Additional Secretary Bhagwant Singh Dhangera; Baba Jagjit Singh of Kalgidhar Trust, Baru Sahib; Manager Satnam Singh; Baba Pargat Singh Majitha Road; Baba Shamsher Singh Balewal; in-charge Bhola Singh; Manager Surjit Singh Theekriwal; Gurwinder Singh Mohali and Sandeep Singh Kalota were among those present, along with a large number of devotees.
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