The nation paid tribute to the 6th Sikh Guru, Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji, on his Jyoti-Jyot Diwas (22 March) — commemorating his eternal legacy of courage, faith, and justice.

Who was Guru Hargobind Sahib Ji?

• Born in 1595, Punjab
• Became Guru in 1606 after martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Ji

Key Contributions:

• Miri-Piri Doctrine
  1. Balance of Temporal Power (Miri) & Spiritual Authority (Piri)
  2. Symbolized by wearing two swords
• Saint-Soldier (Sant-Sipahi) Ideal
  1. Combined spirituality with duty to resist injustice
  2. Transformed Sikhism into a martial + moral force

Akal Takht (1609)

• Built opposite Harmandir Sahib
• Supreme seat of temporal authority in Sikhism

Bandi Chhor Divas

• Released from Gwalior Fort
• Ensured freedom of 52 captive princes → Symbol of justice & compassion

Military Leadership

• Maintained standing army
• Fought battles against Shah Jahan to protect the community

Legacy

• Founded Kiratpur Sahib
• Attained Jyoti-Jyot in 1644