(THE GIST OF PIB) Veer Bal Diwas

(DECEMBER-2025)

Veer Bal Diwas

Recently, the Prime Minister of India addressed the Veer Baal Diwas programme in New Delhi.

About Veer Bal Diwas:

• It is observed on December 26 every year, since 2022.

• It is commemorated in remembrance of the martyrdom of Guru Gobind Singh ji’s (the tenth Sikh Guru) sons Sahibzada Zorawar Singh ji and Sahibzada Fateh Singh ji.

• The objective is to honour the bravery of the two young heroes of the country.

Historical Context of Veer Bal Diwas:

• Guru Gobind Singh, along with his family and disciples, were compelled to flee as the Mughal Army encircled the Anandpur fort.

• During the chaos, Guru Gobind Singh’s youngest sons, Zorawar Singh and Fateh Singh, were captured by the Mughal forces.

• The two young boys courageously refused to abandon their faith, and consequently they were bricked alive on December 26, 1704.

Key facts about Guru Gobind Singh:

• Guru Gobind Singh was the 10th Sikh guru, following the demise of his father, Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh Guru.

Contribution to Sikh religion:

• He is renowned for founding the principles of Khalsaor the Five ‘K’s i.e kesh (uncut hair), kanga (wooden comb), kara (iron or steel bracelet), kirpan (dagger) and kachera (short breeches).

• He fought against the Mughals in the Battle of Muktsar in 1705.

• He declared Guru Granth Sahib as Sikhism’s holy scripture in 1708, before his death.

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