New Delhi: On the occasion of Gurpurab of Sri Guru Gobind Singh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that “Veer Baal Diwas” will now be observed on December 26, to commemorate the supreme sacrifices of two sons of 10th Sikh guru Gobind Singh’s, who were executed by the Mughals.
“Today, on the auspicious occasion of the Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, I am honoured to share that starting this year, 26th December shall be marked as ‘Veer Baal Diwas.’ This is a fitting tribute to the courage of the Sahibzades and their quest for justice, “PM Modi wrote on his Twitter.
He further said that The bravery and ideals of Mata Gujri, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and the 4 Sahibzades give strength to millions of people. They never bowed to injustice. They envisioned a world that is inclusive and harmonious. It is the need of the hour for more people to know about them.
“‘Veer Baal Diwas’ will be on the same day Sahibzada Zorawar Singh Ji and Sahibzada Fateh Singh Ji attained martyrdom after being sealed alive in a wall. These two greats preferred death instead of deviating from the noble principles of Dharma,” Modi said while paying his tribute to 10th Sikh Guru.