Teetwal, Kashmir — The sacred occasion of Gurpurab, marking the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, was celebrated with great devotion and joy today at Guru Teg Bahadur Gurudwara, located on the Line of Control (LoC) in Teetwal, North Kashmir. This historic site — known as the last Gurudwara of India on the northern tip of Kashmir — was beautifully illuminated for the celebrations.
In a statement, Ravinder Pandita, head of the committee managing both the Sharda Temple and the Gurudwara at LoC Teetwal, extended warm greetings to all devotees on this auspicious occasion.
The Gurudwara holds deep historical significance, having been reconstructed in 2022 after 75 years. The original structure, along with the nearby Sharda Temple, was destroyed during the Pakistani tribal raids in 1947, part of what is often referred to as a proxy war.
As part of the celebrations, Pujari Kamal Devrani performed a traditional puja and lit oil lamps, symbolizing peace, unity, and interfaith harmony along the sensitive border region.
The revival of religious activity at Teetwal stands as a testament to the spirit of resilience, coexistence, and reverence shared by the devotees of both the Gurudwara and Sharda Temple — two symbols of India’s pluralistic heritage shining brightly on the LoC.