Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh-
The Tableau prepared by the Punjab Government for the Republic Day parade - 2026 is a unique blend of spirituality and the selfless spirit of sacrifice to uphold the lofty ideals of humanity, compassion and religious values. An official spokesperson divulged that the tableau comprises two portions - Tractor and Trailer.
The Tractor portion of the tableau comprises a symbol of Hand exuding a spiritual aura signifying the humanitarian & compassionate approach, the celestial 'EK ONKAR' (God is One) depicted in a revolving manner in front and a piece of cloth with HIND DI CHADAR embossed on the same symbolizing protection for those seeking shelter from oppression.
The Trailer part incorporates the "Shabad Kirtan" being held by Raagi Singhs with a monument of "Khanda Sahib" in the background lending a transcendental color to the surroundings. This place is right in front of Gurudwara Sri Sis Ganj Sahib in Delhi. The Shabad Kirtan at this chowk or square is a daily ritual. At the edge of the Trailer portion is Gurudwara Sri Sis Ganj Sahib, the place where the Ninth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji was martyred.
The side panels showcase the martyrdom of Guru Sahib's devout Sikhs, Bhai Mati Dass Ji who was sawed alive, Bhai Sati Dass Ji who was tied in Cotton which was set on fire and Bhai Dyala Ji who was boiled alive in a cauldron. They were the devoted companions of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji and following the lofty ideals of Guru Sahib, they also chose to embrace martyrdom in the highest traditions of humanity, added the spokesperson.
Pertinently, the Punjab Government under the guidance of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann, observed 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Ninth Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji at Sri Anandpur Sahib from November 23 to November 29, 2025. Various religious events were held in all solemnity to mark the occasion.
The State Government, for the first time ever, held a special session of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha at Bhai Jaita Ji memorial making it a unique event in the annals of history. The religious events began with Ardas at Gurudwara Sri Sis Ganj Sahib in New Delhi on October 25th, 2025. Likewise, the Nagar Kirtans from Srinagar (Jammu & Kashmir), Takht Sri Damdama Sahib Talwandi Sabo, Faridkot and Gurdaspur converged on holy city of Sri Anandpur Sahib. Additionally, the Nagar Kirtans and religious events were also held all across Punjab.