Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended heartfelt greetings to citizens on the occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti, describing the teachings of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji as a beacon of wisdom and humanity.
Taking to social media platform X, the Prime Minister wrote, “The life and message of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji continue to guide humanity with timeless wisdom. His teachings of compassion, equality, humility, and service are deeply inspiring. Greetings on his Parkash Purab. May his divine light keep illuminating our planet forever.”
The life and message of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji continue to guide humanity with timeless wisdom. His teachings of compassion, equality, humility and service are very inspiring. Greetings on his Parkash Purab. May his divine light keep illuminating our planet forever. pic.twitter.com/q2v6mMhUO8
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) November 5, 2025
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) also joined in the celebrations, posting, “Heartiest greetings on the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder and first Guru of Sikhism.”
सिख धर्म के संस्थापक और प्रथम गुरु, गुरु नानक देव जी के प्रकाश पर्व की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं। pic.twitter.com/qI4CQEQQxV
— BJP (@BJP4India) November 5, 2025
Leaders Extend Their Greetings
Union Home Minister Amit Shah conveyed his wishes, highlighting Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s enduring message of peace and equality.
He wrote, “Heartiest greetings on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, who gave the message of peace, love, equality, and humanity to the world. He inspired people to face injustice fearlessly and established the langar tradition to promote social equality.”
विश्व व समाज को शांति, प्रेम, समानता और मानवता का संदेश देने वाले सिख धर्म के संस्थापक श्री गुरु नानक देव जी के प्रकाश पर्व की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ।
गुरु नानक देव जी ने एक ओर जहाँ भक्ति को जीवन का मूल मंत्र बताया, वहीं अन्याय और अत्याचार का निर्भीकता से सामना करने की प्रेरणा भी… pic.twitter.com/A5f6XsSGMK
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) November 5, 2025
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar also paid tribute, saying, “Guru Nanak’s personality embodies the qualities of a philosopher, yogi, householder, social reformer, and poet. Drawing inspiration from his teachings, we should all resolve to build a harmonious society.”
गुरूनानक जयंती के अवसर पर प्रदेश एवं देशवासियों को बधाई एवं शुभकामनाएं। गुरुनानक जी के व्यक्तित्व में दार्शनिक, योगी, गृहस्थ, धर्म संस्थापक, समाज सुधारक, कवि, देशभक्त एवं विश्वबंधु के गुण मिलते हैं। उन्होंने शांति, दया एवं मानवता का पवित्र संदेश देने के लिए चारों दिशाओं में बड़े…
— Nitish Kumar (@NitishKumar) November 5, 2025
Opposition leaders and parties also extended greetings. The Congress Party wrote, “Warm greetings on Guru Nanak Jayanti! May the divine teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji inspire us to walk the path of truth, equality, and compassion.”
Warm greetings on Guru Nanak Jayanti!
May the divine teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji inspire us to walk the path of truth, equality, and compassion.
Heartfelt wishes from the entire Congress family on this sacred occasion. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/9afMslPFCY
— Congress (@INCIndia) November 5, 2025
The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) shared a devotional message: “True Guru Nanak appeared. The mist and darkness have disappeared, and the world is filled with light. Millions of greetings to humanity on the birth anniversary of the founder of Sikhism.”
ਸਤਿਗੁਰ ਨਾਨਕ ਪ੍ਰਗਟਿਆ
ਮਿਟੀ ਧੁੰਧੁ ਜਗਿ ਚਾਨਣੁ ਹੋਆ ॥ਸਿੱਖ ਧਰਮ ਦੇ ਬਾਨੀ ਜਗਤ ਗੁਰੂ ਧੰਨ ਧੰਨ ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਨਾਨਕ ਦੇਵ ਜੀ ਦੇ ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ ਪੁਰਬ ਦੀਆਂ ਸਮੁੱਚੀ ਲੋਕਾਈ ਨੂੰ ਲੱਖ-ਲੱਖ ਵਧਾਈਆਂ 🙏🏻
ਇਸ ਪਾਵਨ ਦਿਵਸ ਮੌਕੇ ਆਉ ਗੁਰੂ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ ਦੁਆਰਾ ਦਰਸਾਏ ਮਾਰਗ ‘ਤੇ ਚਲਦਿਆਂ ਹੋਇਆਂ ਬਰਾਬਰਤਾ, ਸਾਂਝੀਵਾਲਤਾ ਅਤੇ ਸਰਬੱਤ ਦੇ ਭਲੇ ਲਈ ਕਾਰਜ ਕਰੀਏ… pic.twitter.com/bErkZtu70m
— Shiromani Akali Dal (@Akali_Dal_) November 5, 2025
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha also added, “Greetings on Prakash Parv of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. His life & message of equality, compassion & truth is an inspiration for all humanity. Let’s rededicate ourselves to the task of creating a just & humane society & practice revered Guru ji’s noble teachings in our daily lives.”
Greetings on Prakash Parv of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji. His life & message of equality, compassion & truth is an inspiration for all humanity. Let’s rededicate ourselves to the task of creating a just & humane society & practice revered Guru ji’s noble teachings in our daily lives. pic.twitter.com/Gh41JPM4fJ
— Office of LG J&K (@OfficeOfLGJandK) November 5, 2025
Celebrations Across the Nation
Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Guru Purab or Prakash Parv, is celebrated with immense devotion across India and worldwide.
The three-day festivities begin with Akhand Path, a continuous 48-hour recitation of the Guru Granth Sahib, further followed by a grand Nagar Kirtan procession led by the Panj Pyaras (the Five Beloved Ones).
On the main festival day, devotees assemble in Gurudwaras at dawn to sing Asa-di-Var, followed by devotional hymns and poetry recitations.
Later in the afternoon, community langars (meals) are prepared and shared, symbolising unity and equality.
The celebrations conclude with evening prayers and hymns, spreading messages of love, humility, and universal brotherhood.
Moreover, PM Modi’s message and nationwide celebrations underscored the universal appeal of Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s teachings, which transcend boundaries of faith and culture.
His timeless wisdom continues to guide generations towards compassion, equality, and the spirit of service — values that remain central to India’s diverse social fabric.
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