PM Modi: Sikh spirit of service needs greater global acclaim
New Delhi, February 18
On the eve of Punjab elections, PM Narendra Modi on Friday hosted 34 Sikh leaders at his official residence. “I was humbled by the kind words from distinguished members of the Sikh community on various efforts of the Centre. I consider it my honour that the respected Sikh Gurus have taken Seva from me and their blessings have enabled me to work for society,” the PM said.
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Each guest presented the PM with a siropa and “Siri Sahib” and hailed the steps the government has taken for the welfare of the Sikh community, especially the declaration of December 26 as Veer Baal Diwas to honour the sacrifices of the Sahibzadas.
The PM said the Sikh spirit of service needed greater global acclaim and awareness. The delegation included environmentalist Balbir Singh Seechewal from Punjab; Surinder Singh, Namdhari Darbar (Bhaini Sahib); Harbhajan Singh, Damdami Taksal; Giani Ranjit Singh, Jathedar, Takht Shri Patna Sahib; DSGMC chief HS Kalka; BJP leader Manjinder Sirsa and former MP Tarlochan Singh.
A section of the guests described the PM as a “Sikh at heart”. Ravinder Singh Ahuja, Sikh Forum, New Delhi, said: “The PM is a Sikh at heart. He has a deep understanding of Sikh scriptures, the Gurus, the language and culture.”
