The three-day Baisakhi festivities, marking the 327th birth anniversary of the Khalsa, concluded on Tuesday with a spiritually resonant Bhog ceremony at the historic Gurdwara Panja Sahib. The event drew thousands of Sikh pilgrims from India and across the world, who gathered to perform religious rituals and offer prayers for global peace. Organized under the meticulous supervision of the Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB), the celebrations transformed the quiet town of Hassan Abdal into a vibrant hub of religious devotion and cultural harmony.
Addressing the media during the closing ceremony, Minister for Religious Affairs Sardar Muhammad Yousaf emphasized the government’s commitment to promoting religious tourism in Pakistan. He stated that the state is dedicated to providing high-level security and hospitality to all visiting pilgrims, ensuring they can practice their faith freely and safely. The Minister noted that such gatherings serve as a bridge between nations and highlight Pakistan’s diverse cultural heritage on a global stage.
Adding to the sentiment, Minister for Interfaith Harmony Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora expressed his satisfaction with the arrangements and reiterated Pakistan’s welcoming stance toward the international Sikh community. He mentioned that the government is working on expanding facilities at various gurdwaras to accommodate even larger numbers of pilgrims in the future. As the festivities drew to a close, pilgrims expressed their gratitude for the warm reception, carrying back messages of peace and brotherhood from their spiritual journey.
