Decision to celebrate Veer Baal Diwas, commendable step: Khattar

Chandigarh, Jan 9 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Sunday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s announcement to mark the martyrdom of Guru Gobind Singh’s sons as Veer Baal Diwas on December 26.
Earlier in the day, Modi, on the occasion of Prakash Parv of 10th Guru of the Sikhs, Guruobind Singh ji, had announced that every year on December 26, the martyrdom day of Sahibzade Zorawar Singh and Sahibzade Fateh Singh will be marked as Veer Baal Diwas.
Paying homage to Sri Guru Gobind Singh ji on the occasion of his Prakash Parv Khattar said that Guru Sahib never bowed in the face of any injustice. He envisioned an inclusive and harmonious society.
The nation will remember his valour and sacrifices for ages. Sri Guru Gobind Singh ji was a symbol of indomitable courage, dedication and bravery. He had sacrificed everything for the protection of religion and culture.
The tenth Guru of Sikhism worked for the betterment of humanity throughout his life. He said that now by celebrating December 26 every year as “Veer Baal Diwas”, the incomparable courage of his sons and his efforts to establish justice will always be remembered.
He added that Veer Baal Diwas will be observed on the same day that Sahibzada Zorawar Singh Ji and Sahibzada Fateh Singh Ji attained martyrdom. Both these brave children stayed strong till their last breath.
The Chief Minister said the bravery and ideals of Mata Gujri, Guru Gobind Singh Ji and the four Sahibzadas are a source of strength for everyone.
He added that this will inspire everyone, especially the coming generations, towards patriotism and service to the nation.