Gurupurab- Anniversary of A Guru’s Birth or Death

Gurupurab, which commemorates the birth anniversaries of the Sikh Gurus, is a significant holiday for the Sikh community. Gurdwaras are ablaze with the light of love and compassion. Kadha prashad, a delicious and sacred food, is served in langars, and many even let off fireworks in the middle of the night to commemorate Gurgupurab.

Significance: It is the celebration of the anniversary of the ten Sikh Gurus
Key attractions: The soulful Bhajan-Kirtan (hymns), Gurbani in the Gurdwaras, the Langar and the Karah Prasad
When: The full moon day in the month of Kartik of the Hindu lunisolar calendar, which correspondsto November of the Gregorian calendar
Where: Celebrated by the Sikh community all over the world, especially in Punjab
Gurupurab 2022: 9th January
Things To Do: Visit gurudwara, indulge in sewa and langar, help needy, do charity