Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, on the occasion of ‘Veer Bal Diwas’, called upon the people to draw inspiration from the sacrifices made by the Sahibzadas, the sons of Guru Gobind Singh. 

Addressing the gathering at the state-level Veer Bal Diwas function in Kurukshetra, Saini said, “Parents should teach their children the values of courage, sacrifice, and dedication, just like those exhibited by Sahibzadas and instill these values in their lives. This will be our true tribute to their unparalleled sacrifice.”

He also appealed to religious leaders and social institutions to unite in launching a mass movement against social evils like drug addiction, so that this grave issue can be eradicated from its roots and the youth can be saved.

Paying tribute to the valiant Veer Sahibzadas, the Chief Minister said that the sacrifice of Baba Zorawar Singh and Baba Fateh Singh serves as an inspiration for making the ultimate sacrifice in the service of the nation. "The immortal saga of the Veer Sahibzadas, who gave their lives at such a young age, is written in golden letters in the annals of history," he added.

Saini said that between 20 to 27 December 1704, all members of Guru Gobind Singh’s family sacrificed their lives for the protection of religion and the welfare of the common people. He described the martyrdom of Guru Gobind Singh’s family as the greatest sacrifice in the history of the world. Their sacrifices were made to protect the country, religion, and society, and to safeguard the weak and helpless. Through their actions, they delivered a timeless message of truth, justice, and righteousness to all of humanity, he added.

Paying homage to the great Veer Baba Banda Singh Bahadur who avenged the martyrdom of Sahibzadas, the Chief Minister said that he was the first Sikh commander who broke the myth of the Mughals being invincible. Fulfilling the resolution of Guru Gobind Singh, he laid the foundation of Lohgarh, the capital of the sovereign Sikh state, which is located in Yamunanagar district of Haryana.

Describing the Sikh community as a courageous and valorous community, the Chief Minister highlighted that Sikhism has gifted the country with 10 great Gurus, each of whom made countless sacrifices for the nation and society. He said that all the Gurus, including Guru Nanak Dev, shared a deep connection with the holy land of Haryana. He also mentioned Kushal Dahiya, a resident of Badkhalsa village in Sonipat, Haryana, who gave his life to bring the revered head of Guru Teg Bahadur, the Chadar of Hind, to Anandpur Sahib.

Saini said that Lohgarh Bhagwanpur is being developed as a prominent tourism hub. To facilitate this, the Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Trust has been established in Lohgarh. To encourage religious tourism, Haryana has launched the Swarn Jayanti Guru Darshan Yatra Yojana, providing financial assistance to pilgrims visiting prominent Sikh shrines such as Hazur Sahib Gurudwara, Nankana Sahib, Hemkund Sahib, and Patna Sahib.

‘PM declares Veer Bal Diwas to highlight overlooked chapter of history’

Earlier, Director General Information, Public Relations and Languages Department KM Pandurang welcomed the Chief Minister and said that this day honours the supreme sacrifice of Guru Gobind Singh's sons, Baba Zorawar Singh and Baba Fateh Singh, who gave their lives at a young age to protect their faith and principles. The Prime Minister Modi, decided to commemorate this day as Veer Bal Diwas to bring attention to a chapter of history that had been overlooked for many years. As a result, a state-level function is being organized here today to remember their valor and sacrifice, he added.