Drunk Man Tries To Enter Golden Temple On Guru Nanak Jayanti
In a shocking incident that marred the spiritual calm of Guru Nanak Jayanti, a man from Karnal, Haryana, attempted to enter the sacred Golden Temple in Amritsar while intoxicated. The day, which marked the 556th Guru Nanak Jayanti, saw thousands of devotees gathering to pay their respects to Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji when the disturbance took place.
The man, who identified himself as “Gursikh,” openly admitted to drinking alcohol that morning. When questioned by devotees, he boldly said, “Yes, I have drunk alcohol, and I do. Make a video — my Guru is my protector. I drink while wearing a kirpan.” His words left onlookers disturbed, especially on a day as holy as Guru Nanak Jayanti.
Volunteers Prevent Entry Into The Holy Complex
Witnesses said that the man, under the influence, began misbehaving outside the temple gates. Volunteers immediately intervened to stop him from entering the shrine and escorted him away from the area. Devotees nearby praised the quick response, saying that had he entered, he could have disrupted the sanctity of the celebrations.
Eyewitnesses revealed that the man claimed to have been living in Amritsar for the past three months. The Guru Nanak Jayanti celebration was briefly interrupted but soon resumed as devotees continued prayers and kirtan inside the temple.
Police Take Swift Action
Ravinder Pal Singh Sandhu, DCP Amritsar, confirmed the incident, stating that the man was caught outside the temple and evicted by volunteers before any harm was done. Authorities are currently investigating his background and motive.
This incident on Guru Nanak Jayanti has sparked conversations about maintaining respect for holy spaces and the responsibility of devotees to protect the sanctity of religious sites.
FAQs
Q: What happened at the Golden Temple on Guru Nanak Jayanti?
A: A man from Karnal tried to enter the shrine in a drunk state during Guru Nanak Jayanti celebrations.
Q: Why was the incident on Guru Nanak Jayanti significant?
A: The holy day celebrates the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, making the man’s actions deeply disrespectful to devotees.
Q: How did authorities respond to the Guru Nanak Jayanti disturbance?
A: The man was caught outside the temple and immediately expelled by volunteers and police.
Q: What is the importance of Guru Nanak Jayanti for Sikhs?
A: Guru Nanak Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism, celebrated with prayers and kirtans.
