ITANAGAR, Nov 22: Governor BD Mishra and Chief Minister Pema Khandu have greeted the people on the occasion of Guru Nanak Jayanti.
In his message, the governor expressed hope that the occasion would strengthen the spirit of unity and compassion and reinforce the cultural fabric of the society.
“On this auspicious occasion, I appeal to all my fellow citizens to imbibe Guru Nanak Dev ji’s ideals which exude honesty, truthfulness and virtuous life,” he said.
The chief minister in his message expressed hope that the day would reinstate the faith and belief in god, and spread the teachings of the first Sikh guru.
He noted that, as per local belief, Guru Nanak also travelled to Arunachal and meditated near Mechukha.
“He set up a unique spiritual, social, and political platform based on equality, fraternal love, goodness, and virtue. His words, enshrined as 974 poetic hymns in the Guru Granth Sahib, preach peace, love and humanity,” the CM said. (Raj Bhavan and CMO)
