“This acknowledgement of the historic inception of the first and largest Gurdwara on the east coast, which established the first place of worship for the Sikh community is a welcomed inclusion to our celebration of the birthday of Baba Nanak,” Toor said.
Thousands of devotees in various countries celebrate one of the most important festivals in the Sikh religion.
Renaming of part of Havelock Road, believed to be named after a British colonial military figure, welcomed as a move towards diversity.
“This year for the festival, which is also called Gurpurab, we will be doing a community prayer online, leading up to the day itself.
Recognizes cultural, religious, and interfaith importance of Shri Guru Granth Sahib Ji as “Living Guru” of Sikhs in promoting peace and declaring Sikhs as distinct ethnic and religious minority.
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The Army issued a new policy in 2017 that allows Sikhs and members of other religious communities to adhere to their articles of faith while in uniform.