As part of the series of special events being organized by the Punjab government across the state dedicated to the 650th Parkash Purb of Sri Guru Ravidass Maharaj Ji, a grand show of 500 drones was held in Patiala Rural constituency late this evening to acquaint the Sangat with the life, Bani and philosophy of Guru Ravidass Ji. On this occasion, Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Balbir Singh, Aam Aadmi Party SC Wing State President Gurpreet Singh GP along with Deputy Commissioner Dr. Himanshu Agarwal and a large number of Sangat from Patiala Rural constituency enjoyed this exciting drone show with great devotion. On this occasion, the Health Minister said that he said that the Punjab government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann is committed to the welfare of all sections by following the path shown by Guru Sahib.
Here at the Grain Market, hundreds of drones flying together in the dark of the night presented breathtaking scenes depicting the life, Bani, ideology and great philosophy of Sri Guru Ravidass Maharaj Ji. Seeing this magnificent show, the sangat, enchanted by the mantra, appreciated this initiative taken by the Punjab government and thanked Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann.
Thanking the congregation for the enthusiasm shown on this occasion, Dr. Balbir Singh said that in order to connect the younger generation with the great ideology of Guru Sahib, an effort has been made to vividly present the life, hymns and teachings of Guru Ji in the night sky through modern digital technology with a drone show.
Dr. Balbir Singh said that the words and teachings of Sri Guru Ravidass Maharaj Ji show the path of equality, brotherhood, hard work, true conduct and solidarity for the entire humanity. He said that the philosophy of Guru Ravidass Maharaj Ji is not limited to any one class or community, but is a great message of equality, freedom, brotherhood and solidarity for the entire humanity.
The Health Minister said that Guru Ji, while raising his voice against caste, class, and social discrimination, gave the message that the greatness of a person lies not in his birth or lineage, but in his good deeds, high conduct, and dedication to humanity.
Dr. Balbir Singh said that the Punjab Government under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann has kept a budget of more than Rs. 100 crore for the year-long celebrations dedicated to the 650th Parkash Purb of Sri Guru Ravidass Maharaj Ji. He said that the main objective of these celebrations is to convey the great ideas of Guru Sahib and the message given for the welfare of humanity to the new generation in a modern and effective manner.
During the event, the Jatha of Dhadi Tarsem Singh Khetla entertained the audience with history and Dhadi songs.
On this occasion, Mayor Kundan Gogia, ADC Damanjit Singh Mann, SP Mohit Agarwal, AAP Rural President and Improvement Trust Chairman Harpal Singh Virk, SC Wing Zone Incharge Amrik Singh Bangar, Chairman Baljinder Singh Dhillon, SC Wing District President and Chairman Market Committee Ashok Sirswal, Senior Deputy Mayor Harinder Kohli, Constituency Coordinator Lal Singh, Jasbir Singh Gandhi, Vice Chairman Balwinder Singh Jharwan, Surjit Singh Ablowal, State General Secretary of Youth Wing Shivraj Virk, Chairman Gurpreet Singh Dhamoli, Chairman of Dalit Development Board Jaswant Rai, a large number of councilors, Panch Sarpanch, SDM Gurdev Singh, Sri Guru Ravidas Ji Sabhas, clubs and other organizations besides residents of the larger Patiala constituency were present.