Haryana House recalls Guru Tegh Bahadur’s Haryana connect, resolves to commemorate martyrdom

“This House believes that the truest tribute to the sacrifice and memory of Guru Tegh Bahadur lies in spreading his immortal teachings to every citizen of Haryana, so that the state’s glorious tradition of mutual cooperation and brotherhood remains intact for ever,” read the resolution.

Reading out the resolution, Saini said that in November 1675, Guru Tegh Bahadur made the supreme sacrifice at Chandni Chowk in Delhi to defend the right to freedom of faith. He said this year marks the 350th martyrdom anniversary of the ‘Hind Ki Chaadar’. “His devotees — Bhai Mati Das, who was sawn alive; Bhai Sati Das, who was wrapped in cotton and burnt alive; and Bhai Dayala, who was boiled alive in a cauldron of hot water — also embraced martyrdom with unshakable faith. Their sacrifices are eternal epitome of courage, righteousness, and steadfast devotion,” Saini said.

Saini also recalled that Guru Teg Bahadur laid down his life to uphold the dignity of humanity and safeguard religious freedom. “When Kashmiri Pandits approached him at Anandpur Sahib seeking protection from forced religious conversions, Guru Sahib chose to sacrifice his life so that they might live with honour and preserve their faith,” Saini said.

The CM further said that the Sikh guru shared a profound connection with Haryana. During his travels, he visited Kurukshetra, Pehowa, Kaithal, Jind, Ambala, Cheeka and Rohtak, sanctifying these places in the State with his presence and spreading the timeless message of truth, tolerance and fearlessness.

“The sacred gurdwaras established at these sites, such as Gurdwara Sri Dhamtan Sahib and Gurdwara Sri Manji Sahib in Jind, and Gurdwara Sri Sheeshganj Sahib in Ambala stand as enduring reminders of his blessings and teachings,” Saini said.

The House expressed deep reverence for Guru Tegh Bahadur and solemnly resolved to commemorate his martyrdom in a dignified and befitting manner.

Congress legislator Ashok Arora suggested naming one of the state universities after Guru Tegh Bahadur.

Recently, the Haryana government had said that a big event will be organised in Kurukshetra on November 25 to observe the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur. Four religious processions will be taken out from different parts of the state in the last week of October, which will conclude in Kurukshetra on November 25, it had announced.