Bhai Pinderpal Singh
**Bhai Pinderpal Singh Ji** (born July 1966) is a highly esteemed Gursikh kathavachak (religious orator) known for his deep understanding and eloquent discourses on Sikhism. He was born in the village of Tharva Majra, District Karnal, in Haryana, India, and traces his ancestral roots to the village of Choodkan in Sheikhpura, now part of Pakistan. The sacred site of Sacha Sauda, associated with Guru Nanak Dev Ji, is located in this ancestral village. Following the Partition of India in 1947, Bhai Pinderpal Singh's family relocated to India.
His father, Sardar Hardial Singh, and mother, Balbir Kaur, raised him in a Gursikh household. Bhai Pinderpal Singh is married and resides with his wife, children, and parents in Urban Colony, Ludhiana, Punjab. He received his early education in his village and later attended the Gurmat Missionary College in Ropar, Punjab, where he deepened his knowledge of Sikh philosophy and scripture.
Bhai Pinderpal Singh has traveled extensively, both within India and internationally, spreading the teachings of Sri Guru Granth Sahib. His discourses, or katha, are renowned for their faithfulness to Gurbani (the Sikh scriptures), and he often draws on the works of Bhai Gurdas Ji and Bhai Nand Lal Ji. His katha is unique in its reliance on Gurbani for all examples and illustrations, avoiding external sources. Recordings of his katha have been made during his visits to the United States and shared widely online by devoted followers.
He has served as the primary kathavachak at Gurdwara Kalgidhar Sahib for many years and is known for his simple, humble lifestyle, which is a reflection of the values he espouses. Bhai Pinderpal Singh is a model of Sikh living and has become a role model for Sikh youth. His approach is always conciliatory, preferring dialogue and understanding over confrontation.
Bhai Pinderpal Singh's katha is marked by its deep passion, love, and conviction. He quotes Gurbani extensively, grounding his teachings in the Sikh scriptures, and attributes his success as a kathavachak entirely to the blessings of the Guru. Unlike some other speakers, he avoids criticizing individuals or engaging in local Gurdwara politics, maintaining a focus on positive and uplifting messages. His neutrality and focus on spirituality have earned him widespread respect in the Sikh community.
His katha is broadcast daily on the PTC Punjabi channel, and he has been appointed to deliver katha at Gurdwara Manji Sahib in Amritsar, a position previously held by the late Sant Singh Maskeen. When at home in Ludhiana, he continues his long-standing tradition of delivering morning katha at Gurdwara Kalgidhar Sahib, where he is held in high regard by the local congregation. Bhai Pinderpal Singh is considered one of the most inspirational Sikh preachers of the present time.
