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Delhi to Host Three-Day Red Fort Commemoration for Guru Tegh Bahadur’s 350th Martyrdom

Organizers aim to use immersive exhibits to extend Guru Tegh Bahadur’s teachings beyond traditional ceremonies.

Delhi CM, Rekha Gupta Garu (photo: Subrata Dutta/SNS)

Overview

  • The Delhi government has scheduled a three-day event at the Red Fort starting November 25 to mark the ninth Sikh Guru’s 350th martyrdom anniversary.
  • A light and sound show at the historic fortress will dramatize key moments from Sikh history and Guru Tegh Bahadur’s life and teachings.
  • Virtual reality experiences, an immersive museum showcasing rare manuscripts and a globally accessible app will engage students and devotees with his legacy.
  • Officials are revamping the Guru Tegh Bahadur Memorial for daily presentations and exploring plans for a dedicated Sikh history research centre.
  • The commemoration will feature kirtan darbars, community langar and illuminated gurdwaras alongside year-long educational programmes across schools and colleges.