The 631st Birth Anniversary of Shri Guru Ravi Dass Ji & the Silver Jubilee year of Shri Guru Ravi Dass Sabha Vancouver & Shri Guru Ravi Dass Nagar Kirtan
The celebrations of the 631st Birth Anniversary of Shri Guru Ravi Dass Ji Maharaj, the Silver Jubilee year of Shri Guru Ravi Dass Sabha (Vancouver) and Shri Guru Ravi Dass First Nagar Kirtan on March 15, 2008 in Burnaby, BC (Canada) clearly indicate the fact that Indo-Canadian Dalit Brotherhood has not only made a dignified place for itself in the land of freedom and democracy in Canada but has also carved a niche in the multicultural society of the nation. This speaks volumes of hard work and perseverance of the Dalit Brotherhood and its surging strives towards further development that would certainly go a long way for the transformation of social and cultural conditions of our brothers back home. Dalit Diaspora has started functioning as an agency for a positive change at home. The organisation of Dalit conferences and Nagar Kirtans are but a few steps towards that direction.
Ambedkartimes.com put on record its congratulations to Shri Guru Ravi Dass Sabha (Vancouver) & the entire sangat of Vancouver for this historic endeavor in the emerging history of Dalit Diaspora.
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Shri Guru Ravidass Gurpurb & Nagar Kirtan in Burnaby on March 15, 2008
First Nagar Kirtan in Burnaby was held by Shri Guru Ravidass Sabha ( Vancouver ) in celebration of 631st Birthday of Guru Ravidass Ji, and the 25 th Anniversary of Shri Guru Ravidass Sabha. Guru Ravidass Ji was one of the greatest saints of the Bhakti movement and his Bani is placed in the Guru Granth Saheb.
Nagar Kirtan was welcomed by everyone in Burnaby and it was a great success for the community. Everyone was welcomed at The Shri Guru Ravidass Sabha (Vancouver). Famous singers; Kaler Kanth, Amrita Virk, and Lakhwinder Lucky entertained the crowd in the rain before the Nagar Kirtan left Guru Ghar and outdoor stage at Canadian Ramgarhia Society.
There was a lot of food, lot of entertainment and ton of floats. It was a great success. People came from all over the world for this Nagar Kirtan. Nagar Kirtan left around 11:30 am and through the entire route, everyone was singing, having fun, just enjoying the day. Nagar Kirtan sent a strong message for our community, that we unite together in our multicultural homeland in Canada on this very special occasion. It was an amazing experience and hope that we have many more to see in Burnaby . Souvenir 2008 was published on this special occasion by Shri Guru Ravidass Sabha ( Vancouver ). This Souvenir highlights Sabha’s achievements over the past twenty five years. We are grateful to the elected officials and community organizations who have submitted greetings for this souvenir. Some of the messages are from:
- Prime Minister – the Rt. Hon. Stephen Harper. Shri Guru Ravidass Sabha ( Vancouver ), President Mr. Bill Basra Hon. Wally Oppal –Attorney general and Minister Responsible for Multiculturalism. Derek R. Corrigan – Mayor – City of Burnaby Ashok Kumar, Consul General of India R.L. Narayan – High Commissioner for India to Canada Gordon Campbell, Premier Dianne L. Watts, Mayor – City of Surrey Carol James, MLA, Victoria Beacon Hill Raj Chouhan, MLA – Burnaby Edmonds Peter Julian, MP Burnaby-New Westminster Nina Grewal, MP – Surrey Newton Carole Taylor, Minister of Finance (MLA) Vancouver – Langara Ujjal Dosanjh, P.C., Q.C., MP Vancouver South Penny Priddy, MP Surrey-North Richard T. Lee MLA for Burnaby North John Nuraney, MLA Burnaby Willingdon Gurmant Singh Grewal
- Dave S. Hayer, MLA Surrey-Tynehead
And many more messages, please obtain your copy for Shri Guru Ravidass Sabha ( Vancouver ). . Special thanks to:
- The City of Burnaby for their excellent support, Peter Julian - MP Burnaby-New Westminster Paul McDonell, Burnaby Parks for his endless support towards this Nagar Kirtan. Carol James Canadian Ramgarhia Society Imperial for welcoming the Nagar Kirtan with open heart and generosity. Of course all of the VIP's, dignitaries who attended the function.
- Nagar Kirtan included Sangat from all over the place on this special occasion ( Seattle , California , Sacramento , New York , Toronto , Montreal , Calgary , Edmonton , Vernon , India , etc.
The entire route was approximately 5/6 hours for Nagar Kirtan. Nagar Kirtan returned to Guru Ghar at 7271 Gilley Ave. Burnaby , BC , around 5 pm with overwhelming response from the Sangat. We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate and thanks everyone for coming out and making this Nagar Kirtan a great success. Thanks
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INDIAN BUDDHIST SOCIETIES CONGRATULATE TO SHRI GURU RAVIDASS SABHA VANCOUVER ( CANADA )
R. K. Oshoraj
Indian Buddhist Society Vancouver, Canada participated first Guru Ravidas Nagar Kirtan organized by Shri Guru Ravidas Sabha Vancouver on March 15, 2008. This was an historical event and participation proved a commitment of all social organizations to work together for the common cause of social equality which was the extreme purpose of Guru Ravidas Ji's revolution.
Such a big gathering at this program proves the unity of our community and sends a message to other social organizations that we are one and we are determined to follow our forefathers’ teachings and mission.
The presence of Indian Buddhist Society Vancouver in the Nagar Kirtan, strengthened the message of Lord Buddha who was first to fight against social inequality and his message was also carried forward by Guru Ravidas Ji, Baba Sahib Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and Sahib Kanshi Ram.
We congratulate Shri Guru Ravidass Sabha Vancouver, especially the organizers of the Nagar Kirtan to arrange such a wonderful event where all marked their attendance to prove the unity and support.
The 631 st Birth Anniversary of Shri Guru Ravi Dass Ji & the Silver Jubilee year of Shri Guru Ravi Dass Sabha Vancouver & Shri Guru Ravi Dass First Nagar Kirtan celebrated on March 15, 2008 in Burnaby , BC ( Canada ).
