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Yuba City Gets Ready for Guru’ta Gaddi Sikh Parade
WSN Network

YUBA CITY, CA: Yuba City’s Sikh sangat is all set to welcome the world and share its happiness at one of the holiest days, 300^th anniversary of Guruta Gaddi, as it re-dedicates to the teachings of the great Gurus, the Sikh scripture of Sri Guru Granth Sahib, with a three day event from October 31 to November 2.  

Kuldip Singh Atwal, secretary of the Sikh gurdwara, described the occasion as a “celebration of our religion” and an occasion to underline the gratitude towards the Guru. Gurdwara president Didar Singh Bains said the occasion has induced a renewed religiosity and will help younger generations to reconnect. Akhand Path will begin on Oct 31 morning, and will be accompanied by Nishan Sahib Sewa. A spectacular display of fireworks is also on schedule and is set to witness five-inch canister fireworks that are usually only seen at the top fireworks shows in the country. 

California Lt. Governor John Garamendi will be leading an Open House. Following the bhog of the Akhand Path Sahib, the Guru ranth Sahib, always at the center of any community activity and the Guru of the Sikhs, will be carried onto a lavishly decorated float and will be ushered down the Butte House Road.  

There is massive enthusiasm among the Sikh sangat which will be lining up along the road, decorate the surroundings, and welcome the Guru into their hearts. Flower petals will rain down from a helicopter hovering above the ceremony and parade. Expect to see a lot of food booths providing free drinks, snacks and prepared food for the milling crowds.  

By one estimate, nearly a lakh will participate. More than 50 floats will be in the parade. There is some curiosity to see the fleet of Harley Davidson Motorcycle’s from the Sikh Motorcycle Club in British Columbia, Canada. Kirtan and langar will be everywhere, as they are from Nanded to Amritsar to Abbotsford. But what will be really important is the display of Sikh core values in the symbolism that goes into the preparation and serving of langar and spirit of brotherhood.

For details visit: www.sikhparade.com

29 October 2008
 

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