Haroli/Una, April 13 (Rajveer Chopra):— Just as in previous years, the sacred congregation of Vaisakhi was celebrated this year as well at the holy site of Sri Khuralgarh Sahib with immense reverence and devotion. On this auspicious occasion, hundreds of thousands of devotees, arriving from far and wide, paid their homage and, bowing their heads at the Guru's feet, sought His blessings.
The congregation commenced on April 11, 2026, with the initiation of the *Sri Akhand Path Sahib* (continuous recitation of the Guru Granth Sahib). On April 12, a *Rain Sabai Kirtan Darbar* (all-night devotional singing session) was held, while on April 13—following the conclusion (*Bhog*) of the *Akhand Path Sahib*—assemblies featuring *Katha* (religious discourse) and *Kirtan* (devotional singing) were organized.
During this period, a total of three *Sri Akhand Path Sahibs* were completed, with their concluding ceremonies (*Bhog*) taking place on April 13. The first *Akhand Path* was sponsored jointly by the entire Management Committee and the congregation to celebrate the joyous occasion of Vaisakhi. The second *Akhand Path* was sponsored by Baba Kewal Singh Ji to mark the birthday of his daughter, Sukhman Sood; while the third *Akhand Path* was sponsored by Bhai Harjinder Pal (Hoshiarpur) to pray for the family's happiness, prosperity, and good health.
During the *Kirtan Darbar*, the *Kirtani Jathas* (devotional singing groups) led by Baba Kewal Singh Ji (Khuralgarh Sahib), Baba Surjit Singh Ji (Heeran Wale), Baba Manpreet Singh Ji (Amloh Wale), and Bhai Jagdev Singh Ji (Garhi Wale) spiritually uplifted the congregation through their melodious rendition of *Gurbani Kirtan*.
Prominent dignitaries present on this occasion included Sardar Jasvir Singh Garhi (Member, SC Commission Punjab), Surinder Singh Bhulewal Rathan, Gurlal Saila, Jasvir Singh Auliapur, and Baba Lakhvir Singh Ji (Head, Misal Shaheedan Tarna Dal); all of whom paid their respects at the holy shrine.
Finally, Baba Naresh Singh Ji offered the *Ardas* (congregational prayer) for the welfare of all humanity. Throughout the congregation, special arrangements were also made to provide *Langar* (community kitchen food) for the devotees.