Baisakhi 2026: Is Baisakhi On April 13 Or 14? Check Date, History, Significance And Celebrations Baisakhi, a festival deeply rooted in the cultural and religious traditions of northern India, particularly Punjab, is celebrated annually to mark the harvest of the rabi crop, especially wheat. This event symbolizes the culmination of agricultural labor and the joy of abundance for farmers. For the Sikh community, Baisakhi holds profound historical and spiritual significance, commemorating the formation of the Khalsa Panth by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699. The festival also coincides with the solar new year, known as Mesha Sankranti, and is tied to the astronomical transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign Aries. The date of Baisakhi varies each year because it is determined by the solar calendar rather than a fixed Gregorian calendar date. This variation arises from the Sun’s movement into Aries, which occurs at different times each year. In 2026, Baisakhi will be observed on April 14, as the Sun is expected to transition into Aries at 09:39 AM according to Drik Panchang. While April 13 is historically significant for Sikh history, including the founding of the Khalsa Panth and the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, the astronomical alignment for the new solar year places the festival on April 14. For Sikhs, Baisakhi is a moment of spiritual renewal and collective identity. The festival marks the establishment of the Khalsa Panth in 1699, a pivotal event that formalized Sikh values such as courage, equality, discipline, and selfless service. Guru Gobind Singh’s creation of the Khalsa transformed Sikhism into a distinct religious and social movement, emphasizing the principles of justice and community service.#guru_granth_sahib #baisakhi_2026 #guru_gobind_singh #jallianwala_bagh_massacre #golden_temple
Shiv Sena Leader Demands Apology Over Gurbaani Insult in Dhurandar 2 A new controversy has emerged surrounding the film Dhurandhar 2, with political tensions escalating over a scene alleged to insult the Guru Granth Sahib. Shiv Sena leader Gurjot Singh Kir has raised strong objections to the portrayal, demanding a public apology from the film’s creators. The dispute centers on a scene featuring actor R. Madhavan, who plays the role of Intelligence Bureau director Ajay Sanyal. According to reports, the controversy stems from a specific scene where Madhavan’s character is depicted uttering the Guru Granth Sahib, with his hand shown holding a cigarette. Sikh community leaders and politicians argue that this portrayal violates religious sensibilities and has caused emotional distress. Kir, who is the head of the Shiv Sena faction associated with the Maharashtra unit of the Akali Dal, has condemned the scene as disrespectful to Sikh faith. He has called for the filmmakers to issue an immediate apology and remove the controversial sequence from the film. Kir also warned that if the filmmakers fail to act swiftly, the issue could escalate into public protests. The film’s creators have yet to respond officially to the allegations, despite growing backlash. The controversy has intensified the scrutiny surrounding Dhurandhar 2, which has already faced criticism for other reasons. The incident highlights the sensitivity of religious symbols in media and the potential for such portrayals to spark political and communal tensions. As the debate continues, the film’s fate remains uncertain amid mounting pressure from both religious and political groups.#r_madhavan #shiv_sena #gurjot_singh_kir #dhurandar_2 #guru_granth_sahib
