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New York City Renames Richmond Hill Intersection 'Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji Marg Way'

City leaders describe the designation as a tribute to the ninth Sikh Guru’s legacy of sacrifice.

Overview

  • The corner of 114th Street and 101st Avenue in Queens now carries the new name following a City Council resolution.
  • Council Member Lynn Schulman sponsored the measure and announced the change on X.
  • A dedication was held over the weekend on the eve of Diwali, according to local reports.
  • Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri hailed the move in a post, calling it a proud moment for Sikhs.
  • The intersection is linked to the nearby Gurdwara Makhan Shah Lubana, a focal point for the local Sikh community.