Naming the martyrdom of the Sahibzadas as ‘Veer Bal Diwas’ is not aligned with Sikh traditions and tenets, says Speaker Sandhwan
Babushahi Bureau
Chandigarh, December 21, 2025: Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan has stated that while the entire Sikh community holds deep reverence for the Sahibzadas of Sahib Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the naming of their martyrdom day as ‘Veer Bal Diwas’ is not aligned with Sikh religious traditions.
Speaker Sandhwan said that the Sikh community respectfully refers to the Sahibzadas as ‘Babas’, acknowledging their unparalleled sacrifices made at a very young age. He emphasized that their martyrdom represents a unique and universal sacrifice, transcending the boundaries of any one country, community, or ideology.
While expressing respect for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s intention to commemorate the martyrdom of the Sahibzadas at the national level, Sandhwan said the sentiments of the Sikh community must be given due consideration in matters related to religious traditions.
“We hope that the Prime Minister will take an appropriate decision regarding the naming of the martyrdom day of the Sahibzadas, keeping in mind the sentiments of the Sikh community,” the Speaker said.
He added that a thoughtful decision would ensure that the unparalleled story of the Sahibzadas’ martyrdom reaches future generations in its true spirit, while also maintaining national harmony and respect for religious sentiments.