Zillar Barta Desk, New Delhi: Shiromani Akali Dal (Delhi Unit) President Paramjit Singh Sarna, along with party members, offered a collective Ardas (prayer) at Gurdwara Rakabganj Sahib in New Delhi on Tuesday, seeking Chardi Kala—the spirit of optimism, resilience and high morale—for the Sikh Panth.

The prayer gathering was held near the Nishan Sahib, the sacred Sikh flag that symbolises the identity and presence of the Sikh faith. The participants prayed for the well-being of the Sikh community and reaffirmed their commitment to upholding the sanctity, autonomy and independence of Sikh religious institutions.

During the gathering, the collective Ardas reflected the importance of preserving Sikh traditions, religious values and the institutional heritage of the Panth. The participants emphasised the need to protect the dignity of Sikh institutions and maintain their independence in accordance with Sikh religious principles.

Gurdwara Rakabganj Sahib, one of the prominent Sikh shrines in the national capital, holds significant historical and religious importance for the Sikh community.

The gathering underscored the community's emphasis on unity, faith and the protection of its religious institutions, with prayers offered for continued strength, harmony and Chardi Kala among the Sikh Panth.