Gurdwara Sri Paonta Sahib management committee approves Rs 16cr budget, elects new leaders

Amritsar: The annual budget of Rs 16.20 crore for Gurdwara Sri Paonta Sahib Management Committee was passed under the leadership of Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) president Harjinder Singh Dhami.A release issued here on Thursday informed that the gathering included Jathedar Baba Nihal Singh Harian Velan, Baba Nagar Singh, Joga Singh, Harbhajan Singh, Harpreet Singh Rattan, and Karamveer Singh.Providing details about the budget, Dhami said that the approved budget for 2025-26 includes allocations for the construction of new buildings within the gurdwara premises, maintenance of old structures, the ongoing free dispensary, management-run schools, and other associated institutions. He also confirmed that funds were earmarked for celebrating and marking religious days, including festivals, Gurpurbs, and other events, ensuring their continuation. Provisions were also made for the purchase of land for accommodation facilities and for the procurement of essential items for the community kitchen (Langar) in accordance with regulations.During the gathering, the committee unanimously elected Harbhajan Singh as the vice-president and Harpreet Singh Rattan as the general secretary of the Gurdwara Sri Paonta Sahib Management Committee, he added.On the occasion, Dhami inaugurated and dedicated the newly constructed Sri Guru Teg Bahadar NRI Yatri Niwas to the Sikh community. This modern facility, built in collaboration with the gurdwara management by the Kar Sewa organisation led by Baba Amrik Singh of Patiala, and with the support of devotees, features 56 air-conditioned rooms with attached bathrooms. For the convenience of visitors, basement parking has been provided. The first floor of the building houses shops and a bank, while the upper two floors serve as the accommodation area for pilgrims. Devotees can book rooms online as per their requirements.MSID:119941754 413 |