NEW YORK CITY (TIP): An exhibition highlighting the valor and sacrifices of Sahibzada Zorawar Singh aged 9 and Sahibzada Fateh Singh aged 7, the sons of Guru Gobind Singh, was organized at the Indian Consulate here on Veer Bal Diwas. The exhibition on Tuesday, December 26 on Veer Bal Diwas was to “commemorate the extraordinary valor and unparalleled sacrifices” made by ‘Veer Sahibzadas’, sons of the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh, a press release from the mission said.

“Honoring the exemplary courage and immortal sacrifice of Veer Sahibzaade, proud sons of Guru Gobind Singh ji,” the Consulate said in a post on X, adding that it hosted an “exhibition on the occasion of #VeerBaalDiwas, paying our tributes to the Bravehearts with unparalleled courage”. A large number of members from the Indian-American community attended the event to pay their homage and tributes to the ‘Veer Sahibzade’. The Consulate said that on the request of a local gurdwara priest and as a mark of respect, the exhibition would be displayed at the Consulate premises through December 28.

The exhibition will also be showcased at gurdwaras in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.

Earlier in the day, Acting Consul General of India in New York Varun Jeph visited the Gurdwara Baba Makhan Shah Lobana in Queens and paid obeisance to the Veer Sahibzade.

He was joined by members of the gurdwara’s executive committee and local sangat in performing ardas and kirtan. He also joined the community members for langar at the gurdwara.

Special videos on Veer Bal Diwas are also being showcased at the gurdwara for young students attending winter camps there. The Consulate General of India in Houston also observed Veer Bal Diwas, “a day commemorating the valor and martyrdom of young heroes, Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s Sahibzade. A photo exhibition showcased their courage and resilience”.

The Indian Embassy in the US said in a post on X, “Shaheedi Samagam was held at Brookfield Gurdwara, Wisconsin. Leading Sikh and Indian American leaders along with senior Embassy officials participated.”

The Indian Embassy added, “A fitting tribute was given to the exemplary courage and sacrifice of ‘sahibzadas’ of Guru Gobind Singh marking #VeerBaalDiwas.”
(With inputs from PTI)