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Indian Army prepares a well-maintained route to Shri Hemkunt Sahib for Sangat Darshan!

The Indian army left for Hemkunt Sahib to prepare the road for the journey to Sri Hemkunt Sahib Ji. The harsh winter damages the trail to the Gurdwara Sahib every year which requires maintenance by the Indian army. The Indian Army often monitors Sri Hemkunt Sahib on the way towards the Chinese border during the […]

The Indian army left for Hemkunt Sahib to prepare the road for the journey to Sri Hemkunt Sahib Ji. The harsh winter damages the trail to the Gurdwara Sahib every year which requires maintenance by the Indian army.

The Indian Army often monitors Sri Hemkunt Sahib on the way towards the Chinese border during the winter time. The journey to Shri Hemkunt Sahib will begin on June 1, 2015 and will be telecasted on Chardi-Kala Time tv.

~ Source: DSU News Bureau

Will Power Drives Double arm amputated Chandeep Singh to be an International Level Skater!

Kudos to Milkha Singh!

“It’s a remarkable story and off course we are ready to help. We will do maximum from our Milkha Charitable Trust but will defiantly come short as the robotic arms, which will not only be functional for him but will make his life easier to some extent, come at around `40-50 lakh. As such we are asking the general public to come and help us in the effort,” Milkha said.

At a recent skating event, Chandeep won a bronze medal at the All India Roller Skating Championship held in Uttarakhand.

“I have learned to balance myself when on quads. Earlier, I used to play football but after the accident I switched to skating. My father and my elder sister are source of my encouragement and help me with the game,” Chandeep said, who studies in class 12th in Banyan International School, Jammu.

“The USA has a successful programme running there in which they are helping wounded soldiers injured in various conflicts. We will try and get some kind of subsidy or discount from The USA also. The idea is to help Chandeep gain some mobility from his arms. At present he uses his feet to use the laptop and for other things. We are hoping that his story inspires people to come forward with donations,” Milkha said.

Real success is driven by Will Power & Determination!

~ Source: Ajit

Prakash Purab of Guru Arjun Dev Ji!

Guru Arjan Dev, the son of Guru Ramdas and Bibi Bhani, was born in Goindwal on 15 April, 1563. Childhood: Even from early childhood, he could perform the most wondrous acts. One day, as a toddler, he crawled towards his maternal grandfather‟s bed and once he was there, he tried to climb up. “Who is […]

Guru Arjan Dev, the son of Guru Ramdas and Bibi Bhani, was born in Goindwal on 15 April, 1563.

Childhood: Even from early childhood, he could perform the most wondrous acts. One day, as a toddler, he crawled towards his maternal grandfather‟s bed and once he was there, he tried to climb up. “Who is it?” asked Guru Amardas. “It‟s your grandson (Dohta),” replied His daughter, Bibi Bhani. To this, the Guru responded spontaneously, „Dohta Bani ka Bohitha‟ (the grandson is a treasure-house of Hymns) and added, “O my grandchild! Be in no hurry, your time would come soon to ascend this Divine seat.”

Marriage: Guru Arjan Dev married Mata Ganga at village Mau in Tehsil Phillaur of Jalandhar district. Their only child was a son, named Hargobind.

Guruship: He attained Guruship on 1 September, 1581.

Prithi Chand’s Hostility: Prithi Chand, the eldest brother of Guru Arjan Dev, always nurtured ill will for him, because he feared that the Guruship might be conferred upon him. When Guru Arjan Dev indeed became the fifth Guru, Prithi Chand‟s rage knew no bounds. He hatched a conspiracy with the Mughal General, Sulhi Khan; and invited him to attack Guru Arjan Dev. When Sulhi Khan started from Lahore to launch his attack on the Guru, some of the Sikhs in the congregation requested Guru Arjan Dev to send a letter to the General clarifying their stand that they had not done any damage to the rule of the Mughal Empire, so why should they attack the Guru? After hearing the suggestion, the Guru remained calm and serene, because He was immersed in the Divine within.

When the devotees perceived that this suggestion was not acceptable to the Guru, they submitted an alternative suggestion of sending a couple of noble Sikhs to General Sulhi Khan to clarify that the followers of Guru Arjan Dev had not taken any action against the rules and regulations of the Government. After hearing that suggestion, the Guru again remained quiet and immersed in the Divine within.

Then the holy congregation submitted the third proposal that they should do something to prevent General Sulahi Khan‟s attack. After hearing the third suggestion, the Guru told the congregation, “We should have utmost faith in the Divine and should concentrate our minds to recite the Divine Name.” The Guru‟s tune merged with the Divine within and prayed that whatever is the Divine Will, would be acceptable to them. The virtues of the Divine Lord were to protect His devotee. At this, Guru Arjan Dev humbly responded in the voice of the Divine in the following hymn:

ਪ੍ਰਥਮੇ ਮਤਾ ਜਿ ਪਤ੍ਰੀ ਚਲਾਵਉ ॥ ਦੁਤੀਏ ਮਤਾ ਦੁਇ ਮਾਨੁਖ ਪਹੁਚਾਵਉ ॥
ਤ੍ਰਿਤੀਏ ਮਤਾ ਕਿਛੁ ਕਰਉ ਉਪਾਇਆ ॥ ਮੈ ਸਭੁ ਕਿਛੁ ਛੋਡਿ ਪ੍ਰਭ ਤੁਹੀ ਧਿਆਇਆ ॥

Pratham-ai mataa je patree chalaavou. Duttee-ai mataa du-e maanukh pahuchaavou.
Trittee-ai mataa kichhu karou upaa-e-aa. M-ei sabh(u) kichh(u) chhod(i) Prabh tuhee dhiaa-e-aa. (371)

As per the Divine Order, General Sulhi Khan, riding the horseback, came with a huge force to attack Guru Arjan Dev at Amritsar. On the way, Prithi Chand requested Sulhi Khan to visit his brick kiln, because, he wanted to show the General his great influence on the masses and his own established sound business. As soon as Sulhi Khan reached the boundary of the burning brick kiln, his horse was so frightened that the Divine Force pushed the General into the burning kiln. Thus, General Sulhi Khan, along with the horse, was roasted in the burning bricks. After perceiving this horrible scene, the army of the dead General fled for fear of the Divine.

When word of Sulhi Khan‟s death reached Guru Arjan Dev, he prayed to the Divine Lord, expressing His Divine spiritual feelings through the following hymn.

ਸੁਲਹੀ ਤੇ ਨਾਰਾਇਣ ਰਾਖੁ ॥
ਸੁਲਹੀ ਕਾ ਹਾਥੁ ਕਹੀ ਨ ਪਹੁਚੈ ਸੁਲਹੀ ਹੋਇ ਮੂਆ ਨਾਪਾਕੁ ॥

Sul-hee t-ai Naaraa-e-nh raakh(u).
Sul-hee kaa haath(u) kahee na pahuch-ei Sul-hee ho-e mooaa naapaak(u). (825)
(The Almighty Lord saved us from Sulhi Khan. He could do nothing and the Divine Power pushed him to the burning kiln, where he was roasted completely.)

~ Extract form Sikh Faith Book
~ Written by Iqbal Singh Ji(Baba)

#JustinPics of Inter-house Football Tournament at Akal Academy Bhadaur!

Akal Academy Bhadaur organized an Inter-House Football Tournament for the football enthusiasts including both students and staff members. The four houses in the school put in their best efforts to win the coveted trophy. It was an electrifying match to watch emerging as the attraction of the day for the students & staff members. Such […]

Akal Academy Bhadaur organized an Inter-House Football Tournament for the football enthusiasts including both students and staff members.

#JustinPics of Inter-house Football Tournament at Akal Academy Bhadaur!

The four houses in the school put in their best efforts to win the coveted trophy. It was an electrifying match to watch emerging as the attraction of the day for the students & staff members.

Such activities offer a plethora of benefits leading to overall personality development. It offers the students the opportunities for physical exercise and develops the readiness to strive for success.

#JustinPics of Inter-house Football Tournament at Akal Academy Bhadaur!

The day helped greatly in forging a stronger bond of camaraderie among the members of the school community.

~ Tapasleen kaur
~ New Delhi, 1st May ’15

Kathmandu Sikh Gurdwara offers a Sanctuary to 850 Quake Victims in Nepal!

Sikhi is all about Universal Brotherhood and OneNess in all! While Sikh organizations from Punjab, India and other countries are extending humanitarian aid to victims of natural disaster in Nepal, about 850 victims have reportedly taken shelter in the Sikh Gurdwara at Kathmandu. There isn’t a big Sikh population in Kathmandu, and humanitarian efforts have […]

Sikhi is all about Universal Brotherhood and OneNess in all!

While Sikh organizations from Punjab, India and other countries are extending humanitarian aid to victims of natural disaster in Nepal, about 850 victims have reportedly taken shelter in the Sikh Gurdwara at Kathmandu. There isn’t a big Sikh population in Kathmandu, and humanitarian efforts have been established for all people, irrespective of their background and religion.

A large tent has been installed in Gurdwara premises to give shelter to needy people. Many houses were demolished during earthquake.

While talking about the Sikh activists who were killed during the earthquake, efforts are being made to the send dead bodies of Jammu based Sikh father-son back to their native city.

A Sikh Trust is running an ashram (sanctuary) to look after orphan children in Kathmandu. All 60 children of the ashram are safe and this organization is trying its best in providing aid to the victims.

The Sikh apex organization from Amritsar, the SGPC, has already sent over 100,000 food packets to earthquake hit areas of the country. DSGMC has also been regularly sending 25,000 food packets every day since the past week.

Dhan Sikhi! Dhan Khalsa!

~ Source: Sikh24.com

Students of Akal Academy Mander Dona Participated in Essay Competition!

“Pushpa Gujral Science City”, Kapurthala organized Essay Writing competitions in English, Hindi and Punjabi languages on an Zonal Level for the students of various schools. In this competition, 22 students from 6th class of Akal Academy Mander Dona were participated. The Essay Writing Competition was based on “The Earth Day” and “The Green Day” focussing […]

“Pushpa Gujral Science City”, Kapurthala organized Essay Writing competitions in English, Hindi and Punjabi languages on an Zonal Level for the students of various schools. In this competition, 22 students from 6th class of Akal Academy Mander Dona were participated.

The Essay Writing Competition was based on “The Earth Day” and “The Green Day” focussing to make the planet earth being green and pollution free.

Essay Writing Competition is gaining popularity as it helps children to understand and gives them an outlet to explore their writing skills with the tinge of their innocent imagination. Also, Essay Writing improve the power of concentration and imagination, helping children become well-rounded adults. Such competitions give the students a grip over their writing skills as well as fluency in language. Teachers motivate them to read more books, inculcation strong communication skills & reading habits in one go!

On this event, Ms. Jaskawal Kaur Principal of Akal Academy Mander Dona congratulated all the students & inspired them for their bright future. Certificates and Momento were distributed among the students for keeping up that motivational spirit.

Like & Share to appreciate this achievement by students of Akal Academy, Mander Dona!

~ Tapasleen kaur
~ New Delhi, 29th April ’15

Akal Academy Mander Dona grabs 2nd Prize in Gurbani Ucharan!

In the celebrating of Vaisakhi – Khalsa Sajna Diwas, Shaheed Baba Khushal Singh Model Sr. Sec. School Lambrah organised Gurmat Competition. The program was initiated with the recitation of Gurbani Kirtan. Students of Akal Academy, Mander Dona among different schools were participated in Shabad Gayan, Dastar Bandi and Shudh Gurbani Ucharan, keeping the Sikhi intact […]

In the celebrating of Vaisakhi – Khalsa Sajna Diwas, Shaheed Baba Khushal Singh Model Sr. Sec. School Lambrah organised Gurmat Competition. The program was initiated with the recitation of Gurbani Kirtan.

Students of Akal Academy, Mander Dona among different schools were participated in Shabad Gayan, Dastar Bandi and Shudh Gurbani Ucharan, keeping the Sikhi intact among the young generations. The impressionable minds are inculcated with the root values of Sikhism. Students of the Academy tied Dastar, recited hymns from Guru Granth Sahib Ji there and represented the school as a Sikh School.

The Academy’s Sukhneet Kaur got 2nd prize in the Shudh Gurbani Ucharan Competition. Over all the students of Akal Academy, Mander Dona bagged with the cash prize of Rs. 1,200 and Sheild for all participants.

“It’s great to see these little young aces perform so well in front of the Sangat. It gives us a sense of satisfaction that our students are equally growing both academically & spiritually, which is the main objective of our organization & all Academies”, cited the Principal.

~ Tapasleen kaur
~ New Delhi, 29th April ’15

Calling out Registrations for Akal Gurmat International Youth Camp – 2015!

Looking as to how to make the most out of your kid’s Summer holidays? Look no further! Get your child get Sikh experience with Akal Gurmat International Youth Camp – 2015! Program and General Information DATES – 25th JULY until 17TH AUGUST 2014 At – Akal Academy, Baru Sahib, HP, India, Baru Sahib, Via Rajgarh, Teh. […]

Looking as to how to make the most out of your kid’s Summer holidays? Look no further! Get your child get Sikh experience with Akal Gurmat International Youth Camp – 2015!

Program and General Information

DATES – 25th JULY until 17TH AUGUST 2014
At – Akal Academy, Baru Sahib, HP, India, Baru Sahib, Via Rajgarh,
Teh. Pachhad, Distt. Sirmore,
Himachal Pradesh – 173101, INDIA
Tel: 1799-276031/91, 9816033303, 9816033304
Fax: 1799-276041
E-Mail: info@barusahib.org
Contact Person: Jatinder Singh
Mobile: 9816441198

Location

The camp will be held at Akal Academy, Baru Sahib, located in the lap of the majestic sylvan Himalayan Hills, ensconced in the valley surrounded by beautiful mountains from all sides, 135 km from Chandigarh, near Solan in Himachal Pradesh, India.

Education Exchange Donation (voluntary)

While you gain your education, please support Baru Sahib to sponsor an underprivileged child in exchange.
For example A donation of £315 provides a year’s student fees for one child. (the actual cost of camp is £175)Most of the young children in rural North India have to stay at home due to poverty and lack of educational opportunities around their villages. They indulge in household work or child labour. Your sponsorship could change that. Sponsor the value based education of a rural child in North India. Your sponsorship will make a difference to theirlife and the panth, enabling them to develop into a responsible, honest and hardworking citizens helping in the creation of man ideal society.

Program and Activities

You will learn Gurmukhi, NaamSimran, Nitnem, GurbaniSanthya (correct pronunciation of Gurbani), Kirtan, Gurmat, Sikh philosophy, Sikh history and practical way of Sikh living. Classes for learning musical instruments will also be provided. To sharpen the mind and body, Yoga exercises, Gatka (Sikh martial arts), Sports, hiking in the hills, picnics and many other fun activities will take place. Interested campers can also avail the opportunity for Amrit Sanchar at the camp.

Music Instrument Classes

You can choose to learn to play any of the following music instruments: Harmonium, Tabla, Sitar, Violin, Rabab, Saranda, Taus, Sarangi etc.

Camp Facilities

The camp will be housed in a new building with modern, sanitary facilities for boarding, lodging and classrooms. Students will be provided with distilled water for drinking. Separate facility will be available for parents.

  • Meals
    Delicious and highly nutritious vegetarian meals will be provided. Pizzas, veggie burgers, French fries, milk shakes and other western dishes will also be served.
  • Medical
    Baru Sahib has a fully equipped 280-bed Akal Charitable Hospital with competent medical staff of 50.
  • Communication
    Students may receive mail; phone communication may take place on the designated days; and e-mail messages may be received, which will be printed and given to the student. Authorized visits are allowed.
  • Transportation
    Air-conditioned Buses will leave AMRITSAR for Baru Sahib ON 28TH. Students will also be provided with transportation on trip to historic Gurdwaras and back to AMRITSAR. Arrangements will be made to pick up unaccompanied minors from the airport.

 

IMPORTANT DATES:

  • DEPART UK BETWEEN 25TH AND 27TH JULY 2014
  • Arrive BETWEEN AMRITSAR 26TH JULY 28TH JULY- Baru sahib sewadars will be at airport to receive all campers
  • OVERNIGHT STAY AT DARBAR SAHIB AMRITSAR (Historic Gurdwara visit and stay)
  • MID CAMP PROPOSED VISIT TO POANTA SAHIB DATES TBC
  • DEPART for camp 29th July 2014 AMRITSAR 11.00 AM AND ARRIVE BARU SAHIB 29TH JULY EVENING
  • Registration of the campers at Baru Sahib July 30th 2014
  • Inauguration of the camp July 31ST2014
  • Closing ceremony and of the camp Aug17th, 2014
  • Return flights 19thAUGUST – Baru sahib will arrange transport for all passengers back to Amritsar for flights.
  • Suggestions for Airline Travel: Try to adjust your flight to AMRITSAR to ARRIVE BETWEEN 26TH AND 28TH LATEST 2014

 

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Things to Pack

  1. Several Pagris/Patkas/Chunnis (minimum 2 each)
  2. Kurta and Pajamas/ Salwar Kameezs for day trips (minimum 2 each)
  3. A pair of pants/jeans (no shorts or crop pants) and t-shirt for the picnic.
  4. 2-3 night suits
  5. Light jacket
  6. Sneakers/ Trainers
  7. Bath /shower rubber soled shoes (flip flops)
  8. Easy to slip on and off, sturdy, comfortable day shoes / sandals.
  9. Toiletries / personal hygiene items (soap, shampoo, toothpaste etc).
  10. Insect repellent
  11. Prescribed medication , inc details of medication
  12. Labelled Laundry bag
  13. Four day supply of undergarments, socks, cloth hankies etc.
  14. 2 Bath towels and 2 hand towels
  15. 1 refillable water bottle
  16. 1 backpack with a pocket for a water bottle

 

VERY IMPORTANT-PLEASE EMAIL YOUR TRAVEL PLANS TO ENSURE WE CAN ARRANGE TRANSPORT ETC

Registration Coordinators:

USA and other countries:
Bhupinder Singh, 860-233-6458, bsingh1699@gmail.com
UK and Europe:
Sukhdev Singh Rai, 07774 160006, sukhdev@cleversocks.co.uk
R.S. Atwal, 07711382621
Canada:
Avtar Singh Gill, 604-780-7200, info@akalacademy.ca
Japan:
Sarabjit Singh, 81669412179, abnash_bhatia@yahoo.com
Mandeep Singh, 81782416344, mschadha@recosoft.com

Registration Forms may be mailed to:

USA and other countries:
192 Mohawk Drive West Hartford, CT 06117
UK and Europe:
uk@barusahib.org
OR
Baru Sahib UK Camp, The Kalgidhar Trust UK, 1st Floor,
30 Merrick Road, Southall Middlesex, UB2 4AU
Canada:
Akal Academy Surrey, #204-12639-80 ave, Surrey BC Canada, Fax: 1800-518-0740
Japan:
Osaka-Shi, Chuo-ku, 1-1-8 nonibashiTanimachi green heights 802 5400011

NOTE:

  1. All personal items and articles of clothing must be labelled with the attendee’s name using a permanent marker.
  2. Avoid bringing clothing where the colours run during washing. Laundry will be done at least twice a week.
  3. Bring clothes that are appropriate to wear at this location.
  4. Campers will be responsible for their own belongings and are discouraged from bringing jewellery etc.
  5. Campers will be provided with camp uniforms.

62 people got baptised during Maseeya!

The occasion of Masseya was celebrated with great zeal and devotion at Gurudwara Janam Asthaan Sant Attar Singh Ji and Gurudwara Shri Nanaksar Sahib. On this event the ceremony of Shri Akhand Path Sahib was performed by Baba Iqbal Singh ji Baru Sahib wale. After that Baba Iqbal Singh Ji shared Gurmat vichaar with the […]

The occasion of Masseya was celebrated with great zeal and devotion at Gurudwara Janam Asthaan Sant Attar Singh Ji and Gurudwara Shri Nanaksar Sahib. On this event the ceremony of Shri Akhand Path Sahib was performed by Baba Iqbal Singh ji Baru Sahib wale. After that Baba Iqbal Singh Ji shared Gurmat vichaar with the sangat.

On this occasion the famous Dhadi Jatha Giani Lakhwinder Singh Paras, performed Dhadi Varan on the Sikh history. The Raagi Jatha of Gurudwara Janam Asthaan performed shabad kiratn. A huge number of locals came there with a great enthusiasm and devotion on this occasion. On this occasion 62 people got beptized during Amrit sanchar. After that everybody enjoyed Guru Ka Langar.

~ Harsimar Kaur
~ Cheema Sahib, 27th April ’15

Akal Academy’s Prabhjot Kaur Won First Prize in Guru Tegh Bahadur ji Gurmat Competition!

“Guru Tegh Bahadur Trust”, GK, New Delhi had organized a Gurmat competition based on the Lifesketch of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji on National Level. In this competition, people from different caste and religion were participated. Among them Prabhjot Kaur of Akal Academy bilga has won a Laptop as the First Prize. From Akal Academy […]

“Guru Tegh Bahadur Trust”, GK, New Delhi had organized a Gurmat competition based on the Lifesketch of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji on National Level. In this competition, people from different caste and religion were participated.

Among them Prabhjot Kaur of Akal Academy bilga has won a Laptop as the First Prize. From Akal Academy Bilga more than 150 students have participated in this Competition.

The Price distribution program was held at Gurdwara Singh Sabha, GK-II New Delhi on 25th April 15 with the holy blessing of Guru Ji followed by the by the Shabad Kirtan recited by students of Greater Kailash Kirtan Academy and Well knowed raagi jathas Bhai Amarjeet Singh Ji, Patiale Wale and Bhai Onkaar Singh ji, Unna Sahib Wale.

Akal Academies Raising Sikhs of the Future with Value based education is the essence of Kalgidhar Society, grooming a cluster of Sikh youths according to the Sikh tenets by organising such events in colabration with other Sikh Societies. The young children are given a thorough knowledge of all walks of life. These Students will be shaped as preachers of Guru Khalsa Panth’s thoughts and well equipped with modern techniques. These children will become the role models in the society for others.

Like & Share to appreciate this achievement by Prabhjot Kaur of Akal Academy, Bilga!

~ Tapasleen Kaur
~ New Delhi, 27th April ’15