Sikh pilgrims not to visit Pakistan for Maharaja Ranjit Singh's death anniversary
Babushahi Bureau
Amritsar (Punjab), June 16, 2025 – In a significant decision, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) has announced that it will not send a group of Sikh pilgrims to Pakistan to mark the death anniversary of Shere Punjab Maharaja Ranjit Singh, which is observed annually on June 29.
SGPC Secretary S. Partap Singh informed that although Sikh devotees had submitted their passports to the SGPC Travel Department to attend the commemorative events in Pakistan, the committee has opted out of organizing this year’s pilgrimage.
The decision comes in light of the prevailing tensions between India and Pakistan and travel-related restrictions and advisories issued by the Indian Government.
“While the SGPC regularly facilitates a jatha (group) of pilgrims to visit Pakistan for this occasion, the current situation has compelled us to refrain this year,” said S. Partap Singh.Pilgrims who had registered for the trip are advised to contact the SGPC’s Travel Department for further assistance or updates.