Guru Nanak Jayanti 2025, marking the 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 5. Known as Gurpurab or Prakash Utsav, the day honors the founder of Sikhism through prayers, processions, and langars across India, emphasizing compassion, equality, and spiritual enlightenment.
                                        
                        
	From Punjab to Piety: Gurpurab 2025 Illuminates India with Guru Nanak’s Legacy
	 
	India is set to celebrate Guru Nanak Jayanti 2025—also known as Gurpurab or Guru Nanak Prakash Utsav—on Wednesday, November 5, commemorating the 556th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the revered founder of Sikhism. The day is observed with deep spiritual fervor across the country and globally, reflecting the timeless teachings of the first Sikh Guru.
	 
	Key Highlights of the Festival:
	Historical Significance
	 
	Guru Nanak Dev Ji was born in 1469 in Talwandi (now Nankana Sahib, Pakistan).
	 
	His teachings emphasized oneness of God, equality of all humans, and selfless service, forming the foundation of Sikh philosophy.
	 
	Date and Timing
	 
	The festival is celebrated on the full moon day (Purnima) of Kartik month, which falls on November 5, 2025.
	 
	It is one of the most sacred days in the Sikh calendar.
	 
	Celebrations Across India
	 
	Gurdwaras are adorned with lights and flowers, hosting Akhand Path (continuous reading of Guru Granth Sahib), kirtans, and prabhat pheris (early morning processions).
	 
	Langars (community meals) are organized, serving free food to all, regardless of religion or background.
	 
	Major Celebration Hubs
	 
	Punjab, especially Amritsar and Anandpur Sahib, witnesses grand festivities.
	 
	In Delhi, the Bangla Sahib Gurdwara becomes a center of devotion and service.
	 
	Cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Kolkata also host large-scale events.
	 
	Global Observance
	 
	Sikh communities in Canada, UK, USA, and Australia mark the day with similar rituals, reinforcing Guru Nanak’s universal message.
	 
	Spiritual Reflection
	 
	Devotees reflect on Guru Nanak’s core teachings: Naam Japna (meditation), Kirat Karni (honest living), and Vand Chakna (sharing with others).
	 
	Guru Nanak Jayanti is not just a celebration—it’s a call to live with compassion, humility, and unity, values that resonate across cultures and generations.
	 
	Sources: Times of India, Indian Express, India Today