Patna, April 16 (IANS) Soon after assuming office, Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary visited Takht Sri Harimandir Sahib in Patna on Thursday, marking his first visit to the revered Sikh shrine as CM.
Arriving at around 1 p.m., he entered the Darbar Sahib and bowed his head in reverence before Guru Maharaj, seeking blessings for the prosperity and development of Bihar.
A large number of BJP supporters were also present during his visit.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said that India is progressing rapidly under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, drawing inspiration from the teachings of Guru Gobind Singh.
He emphasised that Bihar has witnessed significant development over the past two decades under Nitish Kumar and expressed hope that the state will continue on the path of growth.
Samrat Choudhary also recalled his association with the historic site during the 350th Prakash Parv celebrations of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, when he served as a minister.
He noted that he had contributed to developmental works at the shrine during that period and felt a special connection upon revisiting it as Chief Minister.
During the visit, the Chief Minister listened to Shabad Kirtan, spent time in the spiritual atmosphere of the gurdwara, and learned about the historical significance of the site.
The Gurdwara Management Committee honoured him with a ceremonial sword as a mark of respect.
It is noteworthy that just a day earlier, before his swearing-in ceremony, Samrat Choudhary had also offered prayers at the Hanuman Temple in Rajvanshi Nagar.
Samrat Choudhary took oath as the 24th Chief Minister of Bihar on Wednesday and assumed charge of office the same day. He has since held two back-to-back meetings with senior officials and directed them to expedite development works.
The visit to Takht Sri Harimandir Sahib — one of the holiest sites in Sikhism and the birthplace of Guru Gobind Singh Ji — signals a symbolic and spiritual beginning to Samrat Choudhary’s tenure as Chief Minister.
–IANS
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