NEW DELHI: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday extended greetings on the occasion of the Prakash Purb of Sri Guru Granth Sahib, emphasising that by conferring the status of ‘Guru’ upon the holy scr Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday extended greetings on the occasion of the Prakash Purb of Sri Guru Granth Sahib, emphasising that by conferring the status of ‘Guru’ upon the holy scripture, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji conveyed that true guidance in life comes from knowledge, truth, and principles.
In a post on X, the Union Home Minister highlighted that the sacred scripture contains invaluable teachings on service, sacrifice, equality, compassion, and humanity, which will continue to inspire society toward human welfare.
“Heartfelt greetings to all on the Prakash Purb of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji. By conferring the status of ‘Guru’ upon Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji conveyed the message that true guidance in life comes from knowledge, truth, and principles. This sacred scripture encompasses invaluable teachings on service, sacrifice, equality, compassion, and humanity, which will forever inspire society toward human welfare,” said Shah.
Along with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, several prominent political leaders extended warm wishes to the nation on the occasion of the Prakash Purb of Sri Guru Granth Sahib.
Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri recalled the historical occasion of the first Prakash of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji in 1604, emphasising that the teachings of the holy scripture guide all of humanity by conveying the message of unity, compassion, equality, and peace.
“Hearty congratulations to you all on the first Prakash Purab of the eternal Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji across the ages. The first Prakash of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji took place in 1604 at Sachkhand Sri Harminder Sahib by the Fifth Patishah Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji through Baba Budha Ji. Blessed be the first Prakash Purab of Sahib Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji—heartfelt congratulations to all the Sangat across the country and abroad. The teachings of Guru Granth Sahib Ji guide all humanity by conveying the message of unity, compassion, equality, and peace,” said Puri.
