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'''Gurudwara Nangali Sahib''' is situated in the lap of a picturesque hill and on the bank of Drungali Nallah. It is about 7 kms from {{wiki|Poonch}} town in {{wiki|Poonch district}}, which is the smallest of the 14 districts of [[Jammu & Kashmir]] State. It is one of the oldest shrine of the [[Sikhs]] in [[India|Northern India]]. Presently the [[Gurudwara]] complex consists of the main [[Gurdwara]] building, a [[Langar Hall]] and about 70 living rooms. Large number of devotees belonging to all faiths visit this shrine from all over the country every year. | '''Gurudwara Nangali Sahib''' is situated in the lap of a picturesque hill and on the bank of Drungali Nallah. It is about 7 kms from {{wiki|Poonch}} town in {{wiki|Poonch district}}, which is the smallest of the 14 districts of [[Jammu & Kashmir]] State. It is one of the oldest shrine of the [[Sikhs]] in [[India|Northern India]]. Presently the [[Gurudwara]] complex consists of the main [[Gurdwara]] building, a [[Langar Hall]] and about 70 living rooms. Large number of devotees belonging to all faiths visit this shrine from all over the country every year. | ||
This holy Sikh shrine is approximately 240 Kms from {{Wiki|Jammu}} city which in turn is connected to rest of the world via road, rail and airline network. Pilgrims outside the state may use railways or air services up to Jammu and then travel by road to Poonch. | This holy [[Sikh shrine]] is approximately 240 Kms from {{Wiki|Jammu}} city which in turn is connected to rest of the world via road, rail and airline network. Pilgrims outside the state may use railways or air services up to {{wiki|Jammu}} and then travel by road to {{wiki|Poonch}}. | ||
The Gurdwara was established by Thakur Bhai Mela Singh ji (Fourth successor of Sant Bhai Feru Singh ji) in the 1803 AD. [[Maharaja Ranjit Singh]] visited Gurudwara Nangali Sahib in 1814 and was | The [[Gurdwara]] was established by Thakur Bhai Mela Singh ji (Fourth successor of Sant Bhai Feru Singh ji) in the 1803 AD. [[Maharaja Ranjit Singh]] visited Gurudwara Nangali Sahib in 1814 and was very much impressed by it. He attached an estate with the Gurudwara sahib. He again attached a four villages with the Gurudwara sahib in the year 1823. | ||
During 1947, the original building was completely burnt by the [[Pakistan]] supported attacking tribes men. With the donations and efforts of the local [[Sangat]] (peoples having faith in Almighty) the Gurudwara was reconstructed by Mahant Bachitar Singh ji. This Gurudwara has remained as focus of [[Sikhism]] in the state of [[Jammu and Kashmir]]. Round the clock Langar (community kitchen), rest house facility is provided to the pilgrims without considering their religion, caste and creed etc. Although people visit this shrine daily, on Sundays a large congregation ([[Diwan]]) is held. Moreover, the Gurudwara has the pleasant scenery and cool atmosphere which gives the pilgrims the physical pleasure in addition to the peace and solace of mind due to the spirituals activities that take place here. | During 1947, the original building was completely burnt by the [[Pakistan]] supported attacking tribes men. With the donations and efforts of the local [[Sangat]] (peoples having faith in Almighty) the Gurudwara was reconstructed by Mahant Bachitar Singh ji. This Gurudwara has remained as focus of [[Sikhism]] in the state of [[Jammu and Kashmir]]. Round the clock Langar (community kitchen), rest house facility is provided to the pilgrims without considering their religion, caste and creed etc. Although people visit this shrine daily, on Sundays a large congregation ([[Diwan]]) is held. Moreover, the Gurudwara has the pleasant scenery and cool atmosphere which gives the pilgrims the physical pleasure in addition to the peace and solace of mind due to the spirituals activities that take place here. | ||
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==Additional Information== | ==Additional Information== | ||
[[Image:BPSStatue.jpg|thumb|200px|right|{{cs|Bust of Brigadier Pritam Singh MC}}]] | |||
'''Shromani Dera Nangali Sahib Poonch:''' This [[Sikh]] institution was started by Bhai Mela Singh Ji (4th Mahant). [[Guru Gobind Singh]] ji had gifted a [[Khanda]] (double edged sword) and [[Bata]] (bowl) to Bhai Pheru Singh (1st Mahant) and deputed him for propagating [[Sikhism]] in [[Jammu and Kashmir]]. Bhai Pheru Singh was present on the occasion when [[Guru Gobind Singh]] created the [[Khalsa]]. Since then the Gurdwara has been spreading [[Sikhi]] in the hills of Jammu & Kashmir as per the wishes of [[Gurbani.|Guru Sahib]]. | '''Shromani Dera Nangali Sahib Poonch:''' This [[Sikh]] institution was started by Bhai Mela Singh Ji (4th Mahant). [[Guru Gobind Singh]] ji had gifted a [[Khanda]] (double edged sword) and [[Bata]] (bowl) to Bhai Pheru Singh (1st Mahant) and deputed him for propagating [[Sikhism]] in [[Jammu and Kashmir]]. Bhai Pheru Singh was present on the occasion when [[Guru Gobind Singh]] created the [[Khalsa]]. Since then the Gurdwara has been spreading [[Sikhi]] in the hills of Jammu & Kashmir as per the wishes of [[Gurbani.|Guru Sahib]]. | ||
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*13.Bhai Manjeet Singh ji. | *13.Bhai Manjeet Singh ji. | ||
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==Hero of Poonch== | |||
When Poonch town was under siege from September to October 1947, Brigadier Pritam Singh MC with his troops of 1 Kumaon reached Poonch on 21 November 1947 after crossing Chhanjal nala. He organised the defence of Poonch town and executed attacks on the hill features surrounding Poonch to recapture them from the invading tribals. He virtually administered the entire town catering for aw and order, food supply, medical care and shelter. He also built an airstrip and maintained Poonch for one full year until linkup took place with the main forces from Rajori on 20 November 1948. He was popularly called "Sher Baccha" by the elders. | |||
==In the News== | ==In the News== | ||
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* [http://wikimapia.org/1625094/ Aerial view] | * [http://wikimapia.org/1625094/ Aerial view] | ||
* [http://poonch.nic.in/SaviourPch/BrigPritamSingh.htm poonch.nic.in] | |||
* Above information provided by [[user:sarbjeet_1313me]] | * Above information provided by [[user:sarbjeet_1313me]] | ||
Revision as of 17:40, 14 September 2007
Gurudwara Nangali Sahib is situated in the lap of a picturesque hill and on the bank of Drungali Nallah. It is about 7 kms from Poonch town in Poonch district, which is the smallest of the 14 districts of Jammu & Kashmir State. It is one of the oldest shrine of the Sikhs in Northern India. Presently the Gurudwara complex consists of the main Gurdwara building, a Langar Hall and about 70 living rooms. Large number of devotees belonging to all faiths visit this shrine from all over the country every year.
This holy Sikh shrine is approximately 240 Kms from Jammu city which in turn is connected to rest of the world via road, rail and airline network. Pilgrims outside the state may use railways or air services up to Jammu and then travel by road to Poonch.
The Gurdwara was established by Thakur Bhai Mela Singh ji (Fourth successor of Sant Bhai Feru Singh ji) in the 1803 AD. Maharaja Ranjit Singh visited Gurudwara Nangali Sahib in 1814 and was very much impressed by it. He attached an estate with the Gurudwara sahib. He again attached a four villages with the Gurudwara sahib in the year 1823.
During 1947, the original building was completely burnt by the Pakistan supported attacking tribes men. With the donations and efforts of the local Sangat (peoples having faith in Almighty) the Gurudwara was reconstructed by Mahant Bachitar Singh ji. This Gurudwara has remained as focus of Sikhism in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. Round the clock Langar (community kitchen), rest house facility is provided to the pilgrims without considering their religion, caste and creed etc. Although people visit this shrine daily, on Sundays a large congregation (Diwan) is held. Moreover, the Gurudwara has the pleasant scenery and cool atmosphere which gives the pilgrims the physical pleasure in addition to the peace and solace of mind due to the spirituals activities that take place here.
In addition to observance of daily ceremonies, special diwan (congregation) is held on every weekend (Sunday). The congregation is attended by large number of people of Poonch. A gigantic function is held in the Gurudwara Sahib on the eve of Baisakhi every year. A large number of devotees from Jammu and Kashmir in particular and globe in general participate in the day-long function of Baisakhi - the Birth (establishment) day of Khalsa.
Additional Information
Shromani Dera Nangali Sahib Poonch: This Sikh institution was started by Bhai Mela Singh Ji (4th Mahant). Guru Gobind Singh ji had gifted a Khanda (double edged sword) and Bata (bowl) to Bhai Pheru Singh (1st Mahant) and deputed him for propagating Sikhism in Jammu and Kashmir. Bhai Pheru Singh was present on the occasion when Guru Gobind Singh created the Khalsa. Since then the Gurdwara has been spreading Sikhi in the hills of Jammu & Kashmir as per the wishes of Guru Sahib.
Currently Mukhi-Sewdar: Bhai Manjit Singh ji, who is 13th in the row, is doing the Seva at this important shrine. Presently the Dera is running several Sikh schools, colleges and professional institutions prominent among those are
- MBS College of Engg. & Technology,Jammu
- and Guru Harkishen public School, Jammu.
People across the state from all walks of life visit here the whole year. This Gurdwara is revered as 'Shiromini Dera' (the holy place). Sikhi is preached here as per Gurbani.
List of dedicated Sevadars of Gurdwara Nangali Sahib, Poonch
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Hero of Poonch
When Poonch town was under siege from September to October 1947, Brigadier Pritam Singh MC with his troops of 1 Kumaon reached Poonch on 21 November 1947 after crossing Chhanjal nala. He organised the defence of Poonch town and executed attacks on the hill features surrounding Poonch to recapture them from the invading tribals. He virtually administered the entire town catering for aw and order, food supply, medical care and shelter. He also built an airstrip and maintained Poonch for one full year until linkup took place with the main forces from Rajori on 20 November 1948. He was popularly called "Sher Baccha" by the elders.
In the News
Nangali Sahib road project pleases Sikhs Tribune News Service Jammu, on November 8, 2001
It was a dream come true for several Sikh organisations when the state government sanctioned Rs 36 lakh for the road development programme at Dera Nangali Sahib, Poonch, which attracts a large number of Sikhs to the shrine.
The amount was sanctioned by the Minister for Social Welfare, Mr Mushtaq Ahmed Bukhari, during the tenth death anniversary of Mahant Bichittar Singh.
A number of Sikh organisations met here today under the chairmanship of Mr S.S. Wazir and appreciated Mr Bukhari’s gesture. Mr Wazir, who heads the Gurdwara Parbandhak Board, said that the board had brought to the notice of the state government the need for building suitable and motorable roads that connect shrines and gurdwaras with the towns.
He hoped that the National Conference government would fulfil its commitment of development of shrines and holy places belonging to communities of different faiths.
Nangali Sahib bicentenary function Tribune News Service Jammu, April 1, 2003
Dera Nangali Sahib’s bicentenary celebrations will begin in the border district of Poonch from April 14.
The 200-year-old gurdwara is located near the Line of Control between India and Pakistan in Poonch district.
The dera building standing on a thin rock on the bank of Darungali is also known for spiritual powers. Founder of the dera Sant Bhai Pheru Singh was baptised by Guru Gobind Singh on Baisakhi of 1699, birthday of the Khalsa Panth at Anandpur Sahib.
A meeting yesterday under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner, Poonch, Eijaz Iqbal, finalised arrangements for the celebrations.
Mahant Manjit Singh is looking after the dera which has set up an engineering college, a degree college and a public school at Jammu and youth hostels and hospitals at various places.
External Links
- Above information provided by user:sarbjeet_1313me
