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First book on Chandigarh Gurdwaras released
WSN News

Chandigarh: In a first of sorts, a new book now introduces readers to all gurdwaras in and around Chandigarh, the capital of Punjab. Released by Professor Kharak Singh, a renowned Sikh scholar and member of the Dharam Prachar committee of the SGPC, the book is a result of the efforts of Dr Pritpal Singh, founder member of an NGO, Foundation for Developmental Research, Sector 35, Chandigarh. 

It has been compiled with the help of various researchers that includes Dr M.K. Mehar, Dr K.R. Kaur and Aviraj Singh. This 146-page book is available in almost all books stores of Sector 17 and can be purchased at the cost of Rs 150. The aim of this publication is to provide information to the public and administration about the existing status of ‘Sikh Religious Institutions’ and their contribution to society This innovative compilation is intended to be a source guide as it covers the profile of each gurdwara of the city.

The input for this publication is based on primary data, collected from each Gurdwara. It discusses the strength and weakness of the gurdwaras.  

10 January, 2007  
 

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