Remembering Sardar Teja Singh Samundri: CJI, Delhi LG, Former President, Delhi CM, Speaker Among Thousands Who Paid Tributes on 100th Martyrdom Anniversary
Babushahi Network
New Delhi, July 18, 2026: Thousands of devotees, dignitaries and members of the Samundri family gathered in the national capital to pay homage to the legendary freedom fighter and pioneer of the Sikh religious and political reform movement, Shaheed Sardar Teja Singh Samundri, on the occasion of his 100th Martyrdom Anniversary.
The commemorative function was organised at Bhai Lakhi Shah Vanjara Hall, Gurdwara Rakab Ganj Sahib, New Delhi, on the initiative of Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu, grandson of Sardar Teja Singh Samundri, in association with the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (DSGMC).
Paying rich tributes to the iconic Sikh leader, the speakers recalled his immense sacrifices and visionary leadership during the Gurdwara Reform Movement and urged the younger generation to preserve and carry forward his legacy of selfless service, courage, justice and commitment to society.
The principal speakers included Delhi Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu, Damdami Taksal Chief Baba Harnam Singh Dhumma, DSGMC President Harmeet Singh Kalka, and Guru Nanak Dev University Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Karmjit Singh.
Among the distinguished guests who attended the function were Chief Justice of India Justice Sh. Surya Kant, former President of India Ram Nath Kovind and his family, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Gursharan Kaur w/o Late Ex Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, Delhi Vidhan Sabha Speaker Vijender Gupta, Delhi Ministers Manjinder Singh Sirsa and Parvesh Verma, noted actor Anupam Kher, SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami, DSGMC General Secretary Jagdip Singh Kahlon, HSGMC President Jagdish Singh Jhinda, and thousands of members of the Sikh Sangat.
A large number of serving and former bureaucrats from various central services, current and former diplomats, prominent educationists, media persons, and representatives of social organizations also attended the anniversary funtion.
S Kalka announced to insatall the histroic black and white picture of Teja Singh Samundri in Gurwara Sahib. Baba Dhumma appelaed to Delhi CM to build a memorial on the sacrifice of this great martyr.
The event also witnessed the presence of several eminent personalities, including Leader of Opposition in the Punjab Assembly Partap Singh Bajwa, former DSGMC president Manjit Singh GK,Bikram Singh Majithia, Balwinder Singh Bhunder, Dr. Daljit Singh Cheema, Parmjit Singh Sarna, MP Gurjit Singh Aujla, BJP spokesperson R.P. Singh, former MP Tarlochan Singh, Election Commissioner Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, Senior journalist Baljit Balli, and renowned Punjabi singer **Jasbir Jassi **. Members of the family of the late Jasjit Singh Samundri, brother of Taranjit Singh Sandhu, had travelled from Canada to attend the historic occasion.
Addressing the gathering, Taranjit Singh Sandhu highlighted the unparalleled contribution and sacrifices of his grandfather, describing him as one of the principal architects of the historic Gurdwara Reform Movement.
Later, in a social media message, Sandhu said:
"Our family is deeply honoured that several distinguished dignitaries and a large number of members of the Sangat joined in paying homage to his extraordinary life and enduring legacy."
He described Sardar Teja Singh Samundri as a towering leader of the Akali Movement (1914–1926), whose leadership during the Rakab Ganj, Chabian, Guru Ka Bagh and Jaito-Nabha Morchas helped shape the philosophy of peaceful resistance, resilience and sacrifice that became the hallmark of the movement.
Sandhu noted that Teja Singh Samundri's vision extended well beyond religious reform. He championed social equality in Punjab's villages, promoted education and worked tirelessly to strengthen communal harmony through the establishment of educational institutions.
The programme featured soul-stirring Shabad Kirtan, including a special tribute by Padma Shri Bhai Harjinder Singh (Srinagar Wale), followed by Guru Ka Langar.
A century after his supreme sacrifice on July 17, 1926, Sardar Teja Singh Samundri continues to inspire generations as an enduring symbol of selfless service, moral courage, unwavering faith and an uncompromising commitment to justice and public service.
