Guru Nanak Jayanti, the birth anniversary of first Sikh Guru is being celebrated throughout the country today. It was on this day in 1469 AD that Guru Nanak was born at Nankana Saheb now in Pakistan.

Gurudwaras have been tastefully decorated for the occasion and will serve Langar or a community meal to all.

President, Vice President and Prime Minister have greeted the nation on occasion.

In her message President Pratibha Devi Singh Patil has said that people should strive to practice the revered Guru’s noble teachings in our daily lives and strengthen the bonds of unity and oneness in the society.

In his message Vice President Md. Hamid Ansari has said that the divine teachings of Guru Nanak Devji contain the message of peace, harmony and righteousness.

Mr. Ansari urged the people to follow Guru Nanak's ideals of humanism and social equality saying that they inspire us to move towards a peaceful and just society.

In his message, Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh said that Guru Nanak's teachings for an honest, truthful and virtuous life continue to guide humanity.

Dr Singh said, his message inspires us to embrace equality and compassion.