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Sikhs and Hindus in Sacramento honor Sahibzade martyrdom
California’s Sikh and Hindu communities gathered on Dec.26 at the Jain Center of Greater Sacramento to honor the martyrdom of the Sahibzade on Veer Sahibzade Balidani Diwas.
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Sikh and Hindu communities unite to honor Sahibzade martyrdom in Sacramento. / Courtesy Photo
California’s Sikh and Hindu communities gathered together to honor the martyrdom of Sahibzade on Dec. 26 in the Jain Center of Greater Sacramento. Following the Interfaith Unity event on Nov. 24 at Gurudwara Sant Sagar in Sacramento, this second gathering welcomed 150 community members.
The Sahibzade, four sons of Guru Gobind Singh Ji—Ajit Singh, Jujhar Singh, Zorawar Singh, and Fateh Singh—were young Khalsa warriors who stood against religious persecution. They were martyred by the Mughal army before age 19; their sacrifice symbolizes courage, faith, and devotion, honored by Sikhs worldwide.
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150 attendees gather to pay tribute to the young Khalsa warriors in Sacramento. / Courtesy PhotoThis day, Dec. 26, celebrated as Veer Sahibzade Balidani Diwas honors the courage and resilience of the four young Sahibzade. Narinderpal Singh Hundal, General Secretary of Gurudwara Sant Sagar, vividly recounted the story and events surrounding the martyrdom of the Sahibzade in great detail. He also announced plans to celebrate Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji’s 350th martyrdom anniversary in November 2025.
The event opened with an Ardas (Sikh prayer), followed by children showcasing their talents through stage performances and quizzes celebrating their heritage.
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Sahibzade martyrdom event in Jain Center of Greater Sacramento / Courtesy Photo
Raahiv Mahajan, 9, delivered a speech honoring the Sahibzade, and Gursheen Shergill, 12, recited a moving poem paying tribute to the martyrdom of the Chote Sahibzade.
Bhai Kuljit Singh from Gurudwara Sant Sagar led the prayer and beautifully recited the Shabad Mittar Pyare Nu, composed by Guru Gobind Singh Ji.
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Sikh and Hindu communities unite to honor Sahibzade martyrdom in Sacramento. / Courtesy PhotoRajat Mahajan delivered an inspiring talk on Hindu-Sikh unity, highlighting the Sikh gurus' teachings on bridging differences and fostering togetherness. He outlined plans to strengthen unity by promoting shared knowledge, celebrating common heritage, and organizing joint events.
Elk Grove Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen mentioned, "These are meaningful opportunities for our communities to learn from each other. I look forward to continued collaboration fostering unity, faith, and fellowship".
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California’s Sikh and Hindu communities gathered together to honor the martyrdom of Sahibzade on Dec. 26 in the Jain Center of Greater Sacramento. / Courtesy PhotoDr. Bhavin Parikh, diversity and inclusion commissioner, City of Elk Grove, said, “It signifies the profound unity between Hindus and Sikhs, a bond forged through shared values of justice, resilience, and unshakable faith.”
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