Inspired by Guru Nanak Dev's thoughts, India moving ahead with spirit of welfare: PM Modi
New Delhi, November 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended and offered prayers at the 553rd Prakash Parv of Guru Nanak Dev on Monday. He stated that country is moving ahead with the spirit of the welfare of 130 crore Indians inspired by the thoughts of Guru Nanak Dev.
The Prime Minister was felicitated with shawl, siropa and sword. Addressing the gathering on the occasion, the Prime Minister greeted everyone on the auspicious occasion of Gurpurab and Prakash Parv and also for Dev Deepawali.
He also expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to commemorate key Prakash Parvs such as Guru Gobind Singh's 350th Prakash Parv, Guru Teg Bahadur's 400th Prakash Parv, and Guru Nanak Dev's 550th Prakashotsav.
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"The inspiration and blessings of these auspicious occasions is enhancing the energy of New India...Light of every Prakash Parv is acting as a source of light for the country", the Prime Minister stated.
He said the direction the country received from Gurbani "is tradition, faith as well as vision of developed India".
He further added that the meaning of Prakash Parv which has been followed by the Sikh community has shown the nation's path of duty and dedication.
PM Modi also expressed his devotion to the Guru Kripa, Gurbani and Langar ka prasad on the holy occasions. "This not only provides inner peace but also keeps the will to serve with dedication, eternal," he said.
"Inspired by Guru Nanak Dev's thoughts, the country is moving ahead with the spirit of the welfare of 130 crore Indians."
The Prime Minister recalled Guru Nanak Dev's teaching for spiritual enlightenment, worldly prosperity and social harmony.
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- ANI
