Gurudwara Shri Rakab Ganj Sahib

Arpit Jain 15 months ago

Gurudwara Rakab Ganj Sahib is a prominent Sikh shrine located in the heart of New Delhi, India. It is situated on the Rakab Ganj Road and is easily accessible by both private and public transport. The gurudwara is dedicated to the ninth Sikh guru, Guru Teg Bahadur, who sacrificed his life for the protection of religious freedom and human rights.

The gurudwara complex is spread over a large area and is a perfect blend of modern and traditional architecture. The entrance gate of the gurudwara is made of marble and is adorned with intricate designs and patterns. The main prayer hall is spacious and can accommodate a large number of devotees at once. The inner sanctum of the gurudwara houses the Guru Granth Sahib, the holy book of the Sikhs. The atmosphere inside the gurudwara is peaceful and serene, and one can feel a sense of spiritual calmness.

One of the unique features of Gurudwara Rakab Ganj Sahib is the presence of a museum inside the complex. The museum showcases the history and culture of the Sikh community and has a collection of rare manuscripts, paintings, and artifacts. Visitors can learn about the rich heritage and traditions of the Sikh community by visiting the museum.

The gurudwara also has a langar hall where free meals are served to all visitors regardless of their caste, creed, or religion. The langar hall is a large dining hall where people sit together on the floor and partake of the food. This practice symbolizes the principle of equality and brotherhood that is at the core of Sikhism.

The gurudwara is also known for its social welfare activities. The gurudwara runs a number of programs for the welfare of the society, including education, healthcare, and relief work. The gurudwara also provides free lodging facilities to the needy and the poor.

In conclusion, Gurudwara Rakab Ganj Sahib is a must-visit for anyone interested in exploring the rich cultural heritage of the Sikh community. The gurudwara is a perfect blend of spirituality, history, and social welfare activities. The peaceful and serene atmosphere inside the complex is sure to leave a lasting impression on visitors

Riya Mahajan 13 months ago

This place I tell you is beautiful. I felt calm and happy here. The parsada is very yummy too. Just visit once ❤️???? (no heavy crowds just happy faces welcoming you)

UDIT CHAWLA 18 months ago

Whenever my mind is sad and I want peace, I go to Gurudwara Shri Rakab Ganj. Here I feel very peaceful.

If you need peace and want to spend some time alone with your God, then you can visit here. There is a feeling of strange peace in this place.

Do not forget to take Kadha Prasad while leaving....

Location ******

The Gurdwara Rakab Ganj Sahib is a historic gurdwara near Parliament House in New Delhi. It was built in 1783, after Sikh military leader Baghel Singh (1730–1802) captured Delhi, on 11 March 1783, and his brief stay in Delhi, led to the construction of several Sikh religious shrines within the city. This one marks the site of cremation of the ninth Sikh Guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, after his martyrdom in November 1675 for saving Hindu Kashmiri Pandits, under orders of Aurangzeb. The Gurudwara Sahib is built near the old Raisina village near Raisina Hill, at present Pandit Pant Marg, and took 12 years to build. Prior to that, a mosque had been built near the spot.

History *****

The Gurdwara marks the site, where Lakhi Shah Banjara and his son Bhai Naghaiya burnt their own house to cremate the headless body of the Sikh Guru Guru Tegh Bahadur sahib who, on 11 November 1675, was martyred by beheading at Chandni Chowk on the orders of the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb for refusing to convert to Islam and buried the ashes in the house itself. In 1707 when Guru Gobind Singh tenth Sikh guru came to Delhi to meet prince Muzaum later Mughal king Bahadur Shah I , he located the place of cremation with the help of local Sikhs and built a simple Memorial there. Later a mosque came to be built at the site which s. Baghel Singh had to demolish in 1783 to raise a gurdwara at the place. Muslims again built a mosque at the site during the mutiny of 1857. Sikhs took the matter to court which decided in favour of Sikhs and they quickly rebuilt the Gurdwara. Another dispute arose when during 1914 a portion of the boundary wall was demolished by the British Goveronment to straighten a passage to the viceregal building. On a protest and agitation raised by Sikhs Goveronment yielded as soon as World War I came to end in 1918, the boundary wall was rebuilt at public expense. Construction of the present building was started in 1960 and was completed in 1967–68.

* Huge parking is also available in this place....
* There is also a wedding hall for marriages in the premises of the Gurudwara itself.
* If two families want to meet and talk about the marriage of his/her son and daughter, they can also meet here.