Nation marks Parkash Purab of Guru Tegh Bahadur, 'Hind di Chadar'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah paid homage on 7 April 2026, the Parkash Purab of Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh Guru revered as 'Hind di Chadar'.
Summary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid homage on 7 April 2026, the Parkash Purab of Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Guru of Sikhism, revered as 'Hind di Chadar'. Modi described him as a towering spiritual figure whose life was an example of fearlessness, sacrifice and concern for humanity, and who stood firm in defence of truth, dignity and faith. Shah said Guru Tegh Bahadur made the supreme sacrifice to protect Indian culture and humanity, choosing to give up his life rather than renounce his faith.
Key facts
- Occasion
- Parkash Purab, 7 April 2026
- Guru
- Guru Tegh Bahadur, ninth Sikh Guru
- Title
- 'Hind di Chadar'
- Tributes
- PM Narendra Modi; Home Minister Amit Shah
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Guru Tegh Bahadur, whose Parkash Purab was marked on 7 April 2026, was which Guru of Sikhism?
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Correct answer: D — Ninth
The Home Ministry release describes Guru Tegh Bahadur as the ninth Guru of Sikhism.
By which title is Guru Tegh Bahadur revered, as cited in the Home Minister's Parkash Purab message of April 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Hind di Chadar
Amit Shah's message refers to 'Hind di Chadar' Guru Teg Bahadur Ji.