The Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi recently granted over 3,000 visas to Sikh pilgrims from India to attend celebrations for Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary at Nankana Sahib in Pakistan. This event will be held from November 14 to 23, and the High Commission emphasized that these visas were issued specifically for attending the religious ceremonies and gatherings.
Pilgrims from India will enter Pakistan through the Attari-Wagah border on November 14. During their stay, they will have the opportunity to visit significant Sikh religious sites, including Gurdwara Panja Sahib and Gurdwara Darbar Sahib in Kartarpur.
These sites hold special historical and spiritual importance for Sikhs worldwide, and visiting them is seen as a deeply meaningful experience.
The High Commission also clarified its stance on visa rejections, explaining that only those applicants who are traveling specifically for the celebrations were granted entry.
This decision aligns with the guidelines for religious pilgrimages and aims to facilitate as many participants as possible for this important event.
The celebration of Guru Nanak’s birth anniversary at Nankana Sahib is one of the major events for Sikhs each year, drawing pilgrims from various parts of the world to honor their founder’s teachings and legacy.
With thousands of Indian pilgrims granted visas, Pakistan is set to host a significant gathering of devotees. This effort by the Pakistan High Commission reflects a commitment to supporting religious and cultural connections between the two countries during this special occasion.
