Bandi Chhor Divas: A Call for Freedom
Giani Raghbir Singh, Head Granthi of Sri Harmandir Sahib, Amritsar, extended warm greetings to the Sikh community on the occasion of Bandi Chhor Divas.
He made a strong appeal to the government to release Sikh prisoners (Bandi Singhs) who have completed their sentences but remain behind bars.
Giani Raghbir Singh says govts should follow the path shown by Gurus and grant freedom to Bandi Singhs.
Bandi Chhor Divas marks the day when Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji secured the release of 52 imprisoned kings from the Gwalior Fort.
To celebrate this divine act of freedom, devotees light lamps of pure ghee, and the entire city of Amritsar glows with devotion and joy.
Giani Raghbir Singh highlighted the significance of the day, saying
“Keeping that spirit alive, the Sikh community celebrates this sacred day as Bandi Chhor Divas”.
Author's summary: Giani Raghbir Singh urges government to release Bandi Singhs on Bandi Chhor Divas.