{"id":5644,"date":"2019-02-01T11:14:12","date_gmt":"2019-02-01T05:44:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.barusahib.org\/?p=5644"},"modified":"2025-01-20T11:24:28","modified_gmt":"2025-01-20T05:54:28","slug":"sikh-regiments-unique-tradition-of-double-salute-on-republic-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/sikh-regiments-unique-tradition-of-double-salute-on-republic-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Sikh Regiment&#8217;s Unique Tradition of Double Salute on Republic Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/sikh-regiments-unique-tradition-of-double-salute-on-republic-day\/#The_Unique_Double_Salute_by_the_Sikh_Regiment\" >The Unique Double Salute by the Sikh Regiment<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/sikh-regiments-unique-tradition-of-double-salute-on-republic-day\/#How_the_Tradition_Began\" >How the Tradition Began<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/sikh-regiments-unique-tradition-of-double-salute-on-republic-day\/#Rose_Petal_Shower_%E2%80%93_A_New_Chapter\" >Rose Petal Shower &#8211; A New Chapter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/sikh-regiments-unique-tradition-of-double-salute-on-republic-day\/#A_Tribute_to_Sikh_Valor_and_Devotion\" >A Tribute to Sikh Valor and Devotion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Unique_Double_Salute_by_the_Sikh_Regiment\"><\/span>The Unique Double Salute by the Sikh Regiment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>During the Republic Day parade, all military contingents salute the President of India as they march from Vijay Chowk to Red Fort. However, the Sikh Regiment follows a unique tradition\u2014they salute twice. The second salute is a mark of respect to Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib, located in Chandni Chowk. In return, the Gurdwara sewadars shower rose petals on the brave Sikh soldiers, creating a heartwarming spectacle of mutual reverence.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_the_Tradition_Began\"><\/span>How the Tradition Began<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This special tradition traces back to January 24, 1979, during the full-dress rehearsal for the Republic Day parade. As the Sikh Regiment approached Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib, Col Injo Gakhal, the contingent commander, ordered &#8220;Dahinay Dekh&#8221; (Eyes Right) and lowered his sword in salute.<\/p>\n<p>The gesture caught the Gurdwara management by surprise, but they soon caught up with the contingent at Red Fort, serving Karah Prasad and refreshments as a token of gratitude.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rose_Petal_Shower_%E2%80%93_A_New_Chapter\"><\/span>Rose Petal Shower &#8211; A New Chapter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>On January 26, 1979, the tradition took a memorable turn. As the Sikh Regiment saluted the Gurdwara during the main parade, the Gurdwara management, now prepared, showered rose petals on the marching soldiers amidst the resonant chants of Sat Sri Akal. The joyous response from spectators solidified this as an enduring tradition that continues to this day.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Tribute_to_Sikh_Valor_and_Devotion\"><\/span>A Tribute to Sikh Valor and Devotion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This unique double salute not only honors the sanctity of Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib but also reflects the deep connection between Sikh soldiers and their faith. The shower of rose petals symbolizes the collective gratitude and blessings bestowed upon the Sikh Regiment for their unparalleled courage and service to the nation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Unique Double Salute by the Sikh Regiment During the Republic Day parade, all military contingents salute the President of India as they march from Vijay Chowk to Red Fort. However, the Sikh Regiment follows a unique tradition\u2014they salute twice. 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