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Indian Sikh Pilgrims Head to Pakistan for Guru Nanak’s 556th Birth Anniversary

Cross-border yatra resumes under longstanding protocols, with Pakistan activating security and medical support for large crowds at Nankana Sahib.

Overview

  • Pakistan has issued about 2,150 visas to Indian yatrees, with arrivals expected via the Wagah–Attari crossing on November 4 for a 10‑day itinerary ending November 13.
  • The principal ceremony is scheduled for November 5 at Gurdwara Janam Asthan in Nankana Sahib, following Akhand Path and Nagar Kirtan that began earlier in the week.
  • Authorities report full facilitation in place, including accommodation, langar, transportation, cleanliness, money exchange counters, and on‑site assistance at key gurdwaras.
  • Security has been described as foolproof, with deployments of Rangers, police, special forces, and ETPB security, plus newly installed ID verification and streamlined processing at Wagah.
  • Healthcare arrangements include dedicated hospital wards in Lahore and Faisalabad, while an initial special train brought 932 pilgrims from Sindh as total attendance is projected at roughly 30,000.