LUCKNOW: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, along with Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, on October 28 participated in the ceremonial welcoming of the Holy Jore Sahib of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and Mata Sahib Kaur Ji at Gurudwara Shri Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib in Lucknow.
During the ceremony, Chief Minister Adityanath was felicitated at the Gurudwara for his presence and participation. Addressing the event, the Chief Minister Yogi Aditynath expressed gratitude to Union Minister Hardeep Puri for the opportunity to participate in the Guru Charan Yatra and attend the anniversary celebrations of Guru Gobind Singh.
He further said that it is a privilege to see the holy feet of Guru Gobind Singh and his wife Mata Sahib Kaur.
“It is written in Gurbani that wherever the holy feet of Guru Maharaja fall, that place becomes as sacred as the Rama Rajya. It is our good fortune that during the Guru Charan Yatra, we are privileged to have the opportunity to see the holy feet of Guru Maharaja and the holy feet of Guru Sahiba. On this occasion, I express my heartfelt gratitude to Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri as we are attending the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur,” Chief Minister Adityanath said.
Highlighting the contributions of the Sikh Gurus to India’s spiritual and historical legacy, the Chief Minister said it was an honour to be associated with the Guru Charan Yatra.
“We are also privileged to be associated with this sacred event through the Guru Charan Yatra. The contribution of the Sikh Gurus to India’s eternal tradition is unforgettable and commendable,” he added.
Yogi Adityanath further said that the Guru tradition has bestowed upon India not only faith but also the ideals of service, sacrifice, and national protection. He emphasised that it is our collective duty to preserve this spiritual heritage and pass on its inspiration to future generations.
At a special ceremony held at Yahiyaganj Gurudwara, the Chief Minister listened to the Guruvani and honored the Yatra members by tying turbans on their heads. The Gurudwara Committee welcomed him with a robe and a memento. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister quoted, “Jithe jaaye bahey mera Satguru, so thaan suhava Ram raje,” meaning “wherever the holy feet of the Guru rest, that place becomes as sacred as Ramrajya.” He said, “The Yatra reconnects people with the glorious Guru tradition that gave India a new direction in culture, courage, and sacrifice.”
He said the Sikh Gurus’ contribution to India’s eternal tradition is unforgettable. From Guru Nanak Dev Ji to Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj and his four Sahibzadas, their supreme sacrifices to protect religion, humanity, and the nation continue to inspire generations.
The Chief Minister noted that for nearly 250 years, the sacred footprints of Guru Maharaj, once located in Pakistan (then undivided India), are now being enshrined at Patna Sahib. Beginning from Delhi, this Yatra is spreading a sense of reverence and pride for the Guru tradition across the country. He added that the Yahiyaganj Gurudwara in Lucknow holds special significance, as it is associated with Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji and Guru Gobind Singh Ji Maharaj, symbolising shared faith and national unity.
Reaffirming his respect for the Sikh community, CM Yogi said, “The Guru tradition embodies faith, service, and sacrifice for the nation.” He urged everyone to preserve this rich heritage and draw inspiration from it for the future. He added that the Yatra is not just a remembrance of the past, but a guiding light for the present and future, calling upon all devotees to carry forward this message of national unity and spiritual awakening.
The Holy Jore Sahib, a pair of footwear belonging to Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh Guru, and his wife Mata Sahib Kaur, is considered a rare and sacred relic. These precious artifacts have been preserved by Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri’s family for over 300 years, symbolising the enduring legacy of the Sikh Gurus.
The “Charan Suhawa – Guru Charan Yatra,” which commenced from Gurdwara Moti Bagh Sahib on October 23, is scheduled to conclude at Takht Sri Patna Sahib in Bihar, the birthplace of Guru Gobind Singh, on November 1.
