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IN PHOTOS: Sikh pilgrims commemorate martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev at Lahore's Gurdwara Dera Sahib

Updated On: 16 June, 2026 04:07 PM IST | Divya Nair

Sikh pilgrims from India and Pakistan gathered at the historic Gurdwara Dera Sahib in Lahore on Tuesday to participate in religious rituals commemorating the martyrdom anniversary of the fifth Sikh Guru, Guru Arjan Dev Ji. The sacred site, where Guru Arjan Dev attained martyrdom in 1606, witnessed prayers, kirtan, and devotional activities as devotees paid homage to the Guru's teachings of faith, courage and sacrifice. PICS/AFP

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Sikh pilgrims take part in religious rituals to commemorate the martyrdom of Sikh Guru Arjan Dev, at the Gurdwara Dera Sahib in Lahore on Tuesday. PIC/AFP
Sikh pilgrims take part in religious rituals to commemorate the martyrdom of Sikh Guru Arjan Dev, at the Gurdwara Dera Sahib in Lahore on Tuesday. PIC/AFP
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Devotees gathered in large numbers at the historic Gurdwara Dera Sahib in Lahore to observe the martyrdom anniversary of Guru Arjan Dev Ji with deep reverence and devotion

Devotees gathered in large numbers at the historic Gurdwara Dera Sahib in Lahore to observe the martyrdom anniversary of Guru Arjan Dev Ji with deep reverence and devotion

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The sacred site holds immense historical importance as it is believed to be the place where the fifth Sikh Guru attained martyrdom in 1606 

The sacred site holds immense historical importance as it is believed to be the place where the fifth Sikh Guru attained martyrdom in 1606 

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Pilgrims performed traditional rituals including prayers, kirtan (devotional singing), and ardas, seeking blessings for peace, unity, and spiritual strength

Pilgrims performed traditional rituals including prayers, kirtan (devotional singing), and ardas, seeking blessings for peace, unity, and spiritual strength

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Many pilgrims travelled from different parts of Pakistan and crossed over from India to participate in the holy events at Gurdwara Dera Sahib

Many pilgrims travelled from different parts of Pakistan and crossed over from India to participate in the holy events at Gurdwara Dera Sahib

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The atmosphere at the gurdwara was filled with spiritual fervour as devotees offered prasad and paid their respects at the holy shrine.

The atmosphere at the gurdwara was filled with spiritual fervour as devotees offered prasad and paid their respects at the holy shrine.

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