The iconic 81-feet stainless steel Khanda (a Sikh symbol), recently installed in Sri Anandpur Sahib, was dedicated to the humanity on Wednesday in a simple and impressive ceremony.Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal, accompanied by Union Food Processing Minister Harsimrat Kaur Badal, in the presence of Sikh priests and various political leaders dedicated this majestic Khanda to the people amidst great enthusiasm, gaiety and religious fervor.
Just as Badal unveiled the plaque to mark the inauguration of Khanda installed in the Panj Piyaras park after the ardas ceremony performed by the Sikh high priests, entire park was enthralled with the slogans of Bole So Nihal, Sat Sri Akal.On the occasion, the fireworks were displayed and martial art-Gatka was performed by several teams.“It is symbolic to the glorious legacy and rich cultural heritage of Sri Anandpur Sahib on the 350th anniversary of the foundation of the ‘city of bliss’, said Badal.
Recalling the immense significance of Khanda in the annals of Sikh history, he said that its installation would be a humble tribute to the great philosophy of Guru Gobind Singh, who laid the foundation of ‘Khalsa Panth’ on the auspicious day of Baisakhi in 1699 at Sri Anandpur Sahib. Badal said that Khanda symbolises the eternal spirit of universal brotherhood, courage and valor against the tyranny, oppression and injustice.