Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Guru Nanak Gurpurab, is an important Sikh festival that celebrates the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism. This year, the Sikh Helpline Foundation in Pune took a unique approach to commemorate the 555th Guru Nanak Jayanti by organizing a green initiative at Gurdwara Guru Nanak Darbar in Pune Camp.
The event aimed to promote environmental consciousness among community members by distributing over 5,000 plants. The message of the day was inspired by Guru Nanak’s teachings, emphasizing the importance of air, water, and earth in our lives. The distribution of 5,555 plants, including Jade plants symbolizing prosperity and resilience, encouraged attendees to cultivate them at home.
The event saw the participation of various distinguished guests, including Sanjay Naik and his Sarasbaug Utkrust Group, Lt Col Sameer Kulkarni and his wife Advocate Megha Kulkarni, MBA students from M-Woodpeckker, and volunteers from Give Green. Their involvement highlighted the community’s collective commitment to environmental sustainability.
Attendees who demonstrated an understanding of Guru Nanak’s teachings were gifted plants as a way to foster curiosity and deeper engagement with his values. The celebration not only honored Guru Nanak’s legacy but also aimed to create a greener and more sustainable future for the community.
Overall, the event was a meaningful way to celebrate Guru Nanak Jayanti while also promoting environmental awareness and responsibility within the community.
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