{"id":6154,"date":"2013-12-03T11:51:38","date_gmt":"2013-12-03T06:21:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.barusahib.org\/?p=6154"},"modified":"2025-02-24T12:06:24","modified_gmt":"2025-02-24T06:36:24","slug":"grand-prakash-purab-celebrations-at-akal-academy-uddat-saidewala","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/grand-prakash-purab-celebrations-at-akal-academy-uddat-saidewala\/","title":{"rendered":"Grand Prakash Purab Celebrations at Akal Academy Uddat Saidewala"},"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\/grand-prakash-purab-celebrations-at-akal-academy-uddat-saidewala\/#A_Day_of_Divine_Celebrations\" >A Day of Divine Celebrations<\/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\/grand-prakash-purab-celebrations-at-akal-academy-uddat-saidewala\/#Morning_Rituals_%E2%80%93_Akhand_Path_and_Ardas\" >Morning Rituals &#8211; Akhand Path and Ardas<\/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\/grand-prakash-purab-celebrations-at-akal-academy-uddat-saidewala\/#Shabad_Kirtan_and_Speech_Competitions\" >Shabad Kirtan and Speech Competitions<\/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\/grand-prakash-purab-celebrations-at-akal-academy-uddat-saidewala\/#Cultural_Performances_%E2%80%93_Poetry_Skits_and_More\" >Cultural Performances &#8211; Poetry, Skits, and More<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/grand-prakash-purab-celebrations-at-akal-academy-uddat-saidewala\/#Special_Guests_and_Inspirational_Speeches\" >Special Guests and Inspirational Speeches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/grand-prakash-purab-celebrations-at-akal-academy-uddat-saidewala\/#Prizes_and_Recognition\" >Prizes and Recognition<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/grand-prakash-purab-celebrations-at-akal-academy-uddat-saidewala\/#Headmistresss_Address_%E2%80%93_Education_and_Spirituality\" >Headmistress\u2019s Address &#8211; Education and Spirituality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/grand-prakash-purab-celebrations-at-akal-academy-uddat-saidewala\/#Grand_Langar_%E2%80%93_A_Feast_for_the_Soul\" >Grand Langar &#8211; A Feast for the Soul<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/grand-prakash-purab-celebrations-at-akal-academy-uddat-saidewala\/#_A_Memorable_Celebration\" >\u00a0A Memorable Celebration<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Day_of_Divine_Celebrations\"><\/span>A Day of Divine Celebrations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Akal Academy Uddat Saidewala celebrated Guru Nanak Dev Ji\u2019s Prakash Purab with a grand feast and a series of spiritual and cultural events, bringing together students, parents, and the local community in a joyous congregation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Morning_Rituals_%E2%80%93_Akhand_Path_and_Ardas\"><\/span>Morning Rituals &#8211; Akhand Path and Ardas<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The day began with the \u2018Bhog\u2019 of Sri Akhand Path at 10:30 AM, followed by a heartfelt Ardas, setting a divine tone for the celebrations.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Shabad_Kirtan_and_Speech_Competitions\"><\/span>Shabad Kirtan and Speech Competitions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Students from four inter-houses\u2014Amul, Atul, Ajay, and Abhay\u2014participated in a soulful Shabad Kirtan competition. This was followed by electrifying Punjabi and English speech competitions, where students shared inspiring messages about Guru Nanak Dev Ji\u2019s teachings.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cultural_Performances_%E2%80%93_Poetry_Skits_and_More\"><\/span>Cultural Performances &#8211; Poetry, Skits, and More<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The event featured captivating performances, including Punjabi skits, choreography on drug de-addiction, and kindergarten religious poems. A special highlight was the play \u201cJaisi Sangant Vaisi Rangaat,\u201d which emphasized the importance of education and a drug-free life.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Special_Guests_and_Inspirational_Speeches\"><\/span>Special Guests and Inspirational Speeches<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sukhdev Singh Ji, Jathedar, graced the occasion with a speech on spiritualism and the role of Akal Academies. He praised Baba Iqbal Singh Ji\u2019s contributions and the Kalgidhar Trust\u2019s efforts in promoting education and spirituality.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prizes_and_Recognition\"><\/span>Prizes and Recognition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Winners of various competitions were awarded prizes and certificates throughout the event, recognizing their talent and dedication.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Headmistresss_Address_%E2%80%93_Education_and_Spirituality\"><\/span>Headmistress\u2019s Address &#8211; Education and Spirituality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Headmistress Gurjeet Kaur elaborated on the academy\u2019s unique blend of spiritual and scientific education, highlighting the facilities and teaching methods that set Akal Academy apart.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Grand_Langar_%E2%80%93_A_Feast_for_the_Soul\"><\/span>Grand Langar &#8211; A Feast for the Soul<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The celebrations concluded with a grand Langar, prepared for over 800 attendees, including parents, staff, and local community members, who savored the blessed meal in the spirit of unity and devotion.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_A_Memorable_Celebration\"><\/span>\u00a0A Memorable Celebration<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Prakash Purab celebrations at Akal Academy Uddat Saidewala were a perfect blend of spirituality, culture, and community bonding, leaving everyone inspired and uplifted.<\/p>\n<p><strong>By Ramandeep Singh<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>3rd December 2013<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Day of Divine Celebrations Akal Academy Uddat Saidewala celebrated Guru Nanak Dev Ji\u2019s Prakash Purab with a grand feast and a series of spiritual and cultural events, bringing together students, parents, and the local community in a joyous congregation. 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