**Summary of Prime Minister’s Homage to Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji on Parkash Purab**
On April 7, 2026, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi offered a respectful tribute to Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji on the occasion of his Parkash Purab. In a public message issued via social media, the Prime Minister characterized the Guru as a "towering spiritual great" of Indian civilization.
**Key Highlights of the Message:**
* **Legacy of the Guru:** The Prime Minister emphasized Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji’s life as a "radiant example" of fearlessness, sacrifice, and profound concern for humanity.
* **Values Upheld:** The Guru was recognized for standing firm in the defense of truth, dignity, and faith, even when facing grave adversity.
* **Social Vision:** The Prime Minister expressed a hope that the Guru’s eternal message would guide the nation in fostering a just, compassionate, and harmonious society.
**Administrative and Publication Details:**
* **Issuing Authority:** Prime Minister’s Office (PIB Delhi)
* **Date and Time of Publication:** 07 April 2026, 10:52 AM
* **Release ID:** 2249531
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Key Entities Referenced
Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji: The ninth Sikh Guru and spiritual leader being honored for his life of sacrifice, fearlessness, and defense of truth and faith.
Parkash Purab: The sacred birth anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, which serves as the occasion for the official commemoration.
Narendra Modi: The Prime Minister of India who issued the message of homage and emphasized the Guru’s role in creating a harmonious society.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister offers respectful homage to Sri
Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji on the occasion of
Parkash Purab
Posted On: 07 APR 2026 10:52AM by PIB Delhi
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today offered his respectful homage to Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, a
towering spiritual great of our civilisation, on the sacred occasion of Parkash Purab.
on the sacred occasion of Parkash Purab.
The Prime Minister wrote on X:
"On the sacred occasion of the Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, I offer my respectful homage
to a towering spiritual great of our civilisation. His life was a radiant example of fearlessness, sacrifice and
deep concern for humanity. He stood firm in defence of truth, dignity and faith, even in the face of grave
adversity. May his eternal message guide us in creating a just, compassionate and harmonious society."
On the sacred occasion of the Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, I offer
my respectful homage to a towering spiritual great of our civilisation. His life was
a radiant example of fearlessness, sacrifice and deep concern for humanity. He
stood firm in defence of truth,…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 7, 2026
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ੀ ਗੁ ਰੂ ਤੇ ਗ਼ ਬਹਾਦਰ ਜੀ ਦੇ ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ ਪੁ ਰਬ ਦੇ ਪਿਵੱ ਤਰ ਿਦਹਾੜੇ ਤੇ ਮ ਸਾਡੀ ਸਿਭਅਤਾ ਦੀ ਇੱ ਕ ਮਹਾਨ ਅਿਧਆਤਿਮਕ
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ਸ਼ਖ਼ਸੀਅਤ ਨੂੰ ਸਿਤਕਾਰ ਸਿਹਤ ਸ਼ਰਧਾਂਜਲੀ ਭੇ ਟ ਕਰਦਾ ਹਾਂ। ਉਾਂ ਦਾ ਜੀਵਨ ਿਨਡਰਤਾ ਕੁ ਰਬਾਨੀ ਅਤੇ ਮਨੁੱ ਖਤਾ ਪ੍ਰਤੀ ਡੂ ੰ ਘੀ
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ਿਚੰ ਤਾ ਦੀ ਇੱ ਕ ਰੋ ਸ਼ਨ ਿਮਸਾਲ ਹੈ । ਉਹ ਬੇ ਅੰ ਤ ਮੁ ਸੀਬਤਾਂ ਦੇ ਬਾਵਜੂ ਦ ਸੱ ਚ ਮਾਣ ਸਨਮਾਨ ਅਤੇ
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 7, 2026
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