Punjab CM greets people on Baisakhi

Chandigarh, Apr 13 (UNI) Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal today extended his warm greetings on the sacred occasion of Baisakhi, symbolizing the spirit of Punjab, Punjabi and Punjabiat and unity in diversity.

In a message on the eve of Baisakhi, Mr Badal reminded the people of our centuries old glorious past and said on this auspicious day in 1699 Guru Gobind Singh created the 'Khalsa' at the holy city of Anandpur Sahib. On this occasion the Guru baptised the 'Panj Pyaras (five beloved ones) belonging to different regions and religions thereby sending the message of a casteless society.

Mr Badal also said this festival marked the beginning of the harvest season and ripening of rabi crops. The farmers of the state gather the fruits of toil and rejoice over their prosperous future, the message added.

The Chief Minister called on the people of Punjab to celebrate this festival in unison with traditional fervour and gaiety to strengthen the secular and social fabric of our country.

UNI