PM Modi Unveils Stamp and Coin Honouring Guru Tegh Bahadur

Prime Minister Narendra Modi led national commemorations in Kurukshetra to mark the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur, releasing a commemorative postage stamp, special coin and a coffee-table book dedicated to the Ninth Sikh Guru.

National Tribute at Kurukshetra

The state-level event, organised by the Haryana government under chief minister Nayab Singh Saini, drew thousands of devotees from across Haryana and neighbouring states. A grand venue at Jyotisar village was created to host the gathering, supported by extensive security, traffic and logistical arrangements to manage the large crowds.

Interfaith Harmony and Gurbani Recital

A notable feature of the ceremony was an interfaith Gurbani recitation by 350 students from a Patiala school representing Hindu, Muslim, Sikh and Christian communities. They rendered kirtan in unison for about half an hour, symbolising harmony and shared reverence for Guru Tegh Bahadur’s message of faith, sacrifice and protection of religious freedom.

PM’s Address on Sikh Heritage and National Values

In his address, the Prime Minister linked Kurukshetra’s sacred legacy with Sikh tradition, recalling that many Sikh Gurus visited the region. He described Guru Tegh Bahadur as “Hind Di Chadar”, highlighting his defiance of forced conversions under Mughal rule and praising Bhai Jaita (Bhai Jeevan Singh) for carrying the Guru’s severed head to Anandpur Sahib. Modi underlined government efforts to honour Sikh heritage, citing major Prakash Gurpurb celebrations, the Kartarpur Sahib Corridor, Hemkund Sahib ropeway and expansion of Virasat-e-Khalsa.

Exam Oriented Facts

• The event marked the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur.
• A commemorative postage stamp, special coin and coffee-table book were released.
• The ceremony was held at Jyotisar in Kurukshetra, Haryana.
• Guru Tegh Bahadur is revered as “Hind Di Chadar” for defending religious freedom.

Panchajanya Memorial and Gita Mahotsav Activities

During the visit, the Prime Minister inaugurated the Panchajanya Memorial at the Mahabharata Experience Centre in Jyotisar, featuring a golden conch structure inscribed with verses from the Bhagavad Gita. He later performed maha aarti at Brahmasarovar as part of the International Gita Mahotsav 2025, after which he interacted with scholars and viewed thematic galleries on the Mahabharata, reinforcing Kurukshetra’s role as a key spiritual and cultural hub.