Only Those With Sacrifice And Renunciation Shape History: UP CM Yogi Adityanath On Veer Bal Diwas

Uttar Pradesh observed Veer Bal Diwas to commemorate the 350th martyrdom year of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, with a Kirtan Samagam, Shabad Path, and a focus on youth education, sacrifice, and national unity. The event highlighted Sahibzadas and the Sikh tradition of langar as a model of social equality.

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said Veer Bal Diwas is inspiring young Indians with examples of courage and sacrifice, as Uttar Pradesh marked the 350th martyrdom year of Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji with a Kirtan Samagam and Shabad Path at the Chief Minister's residence, 5 Kalidas Marg, on Friday.

During the programme, Yogi Adityanath stated, "History is shaped only by those who embody sacrifice and renunciation." The Chief Minister bowed before the Guru Granth Sahib, listened to Shabad Kirtan about the Sahibzadas, honoured children who performed Kirtan with turbans and awards, and unveiled a booklet titled "Chhote Sahibzade."

Veer Bal Diwas and Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji martyrdom commemoration

Explaining the significance of the day, Yogi Adityanath said, "Observing the martyrdom of Guru Gobind Singh Ji's Sahibzadas, Baba Ajit Singh, Baba Jujhar Singh, Baba Zorawar Singh, and Baba Fateh Singh as Veer Bal Diwas is a tribute to their supreme sacrifice for faith and the nation." The Chief Minister thanked the Prime Minister for granting national recognition to Veer Bal Diwas.

Yogi Adityanath called the history of the Sikh Gurus a blend of devotion and strength, stressing that Guru Nanak Dev Ji travelled widely across India to spread spiritual teachings, while Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji and Guru Gobind Singh Ji set lasting examples through their martyrdoms and steadfastness for dharma, nation, and humanity.

Veer Bal Diwas legacy for youth and Sikh tradition

The Chief Minister said, "Veer Bal Diwas is now being observed in schools, colleges, and offices across the country, and the stories of the Sahibzadas have been included in the curriculum to inspire the younger generation with the values of sacrifice and selflessness." Yogi Adityanath underlined that these lessons aim to build responsibility and national spirit among students.

Yogi Adityanath highlighted the Sikh tradition of langar as a strong example of social equality, where people share food without barriers of caste or religion. The Chief Minister said Guru Gobind Singh Ji worked tirelessly to bring people together, and that Veer Bal Diwas would continue to be a guiding symbol for India's youth and social unity.

During the Kirtan Samagam, Yogi Adityanath paid respects to Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj, Mata Gujri Devi and the Sahibzadas Baba Ajit Singh, Baba Jujhar Singh, Baba Zorawar Singh and Baba Fateh Singh. The Chief Minister said Veer Bal Diwas serves as a constant reminder of their steadfastness for faith and the nation, and offers moral direction to future generations.

Yogi Adityanath noted that this year marks the 350th anniversary of the martyrdom of the ninth Sikh Guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, and mentioned participation in several events dedicated to this observance. The Chief Minister also recalled it as a special coincidence that, during the 550th birth anniversary commemorations of Guru Nanak Dev Ji at his residence, December 26 was announced as Veer Bal Diwas.

The Chief Minister assured full cooperation from the "double-engine government" for programmes related to the 350th martyrdom year of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. The event concluded with the recitation of Anand Sahib and Ardaas, after which Yogi Adityanath joined Ministers Swatantra Dev Singh, Nand Gopal Gupta 'Nandi’ and Aseem Arun for the langar, reflecting the Sikh practice of shared community meals.