Lahore’s Historic Gurdwara Chhevin Patshahi Reopens After Restoration
LAHORE: The historic Sikh place of worship, Gurdwara Chhevin Patshahi Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib on Temple Road, Lahore, was formally inaugurated on 08 November 2026 after the completion of its reconstruction, renovation and restoration work.
Special ceremonies were held in accordance with Sikh religious traditions. The inauguration was attended by Provincial Minister and President of the Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora, Secretary Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB) Nasir Mushtaq, Deputy Secretary Shrines Usman Khan, Deputy Secretary General Saadat Shehbaz, office-bearers and members of the committee, Sikh religious leaders and other distinguished guests. Sikh religious leaders at the ceremony appreciated the renovation and reconstruction of the Gurdwara and the efforts made to restore the historic place of worship for the Sikh community.
Provincial Minister Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora said that, in line with the vision of Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, more than 50 Gurdwaras across Pakistan are being reconstructed and renovated. He stated that the historic Gurdwara Chhevin Patshahi had now been restored and formally reopened for religious worship.
Secretary ETPB Nasir Mushtaq said the Board considers the maintenance, renovation and protection of religious places of worship belonging to the Sikh and Hindu communities one of its foremost responsibilities. He described the restoration of Gurdwara Chhevin Patshahi as an important step in this regard. He appreciated the valuable contributions of Giani Balwant Singh and Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee member Professor Dr. Mampal Singh in the restoration of the Gurdwara.Nasir Mushtaq further stated that the Board is committed to providing Sikh pilgrims visiting Pakistan with the best possible religious facilities, accommodation, security and other necessary arrangements so that they can perform their religious rituals with complete peace of mind and satisfaction.
He said he wished to convey a special message to Sikhs across the world that the maintenance, preservation and protection of Gurdwaras are among the foremost priorities of the Government of Pakistan. He added that, in accordance with the directions of Chairman ETPB Qamar-uz-Zaman, the Shrines Department would continue its efforts to restore and renovate historical Gurdwaras and temples and provide improved administrative facilities for members of minority communities.
The President and other members of the Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee expressed their gratitude to the Government of Pakistan, Chairman ETPB Qamar-uz-Zaman and Secretary ETPB Nasir Mushtaq for the restoration of Gurdwara Chhevin Patshahi, describing the initiative as a welcome development for the Sikh community.The reconstruction and restoration of Gurdwara Chhevin Patshahi Sri Guru Hargobind Sahib, Temple Road, Lahore, and its reopening aim to provide improved facilities to the Sikh community for religious worship while preserving Lahore’s historical religious heritage for future generations.
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Ali Imran Chatta
